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| Case Title | RAJENDRA BIHARI LAL vs. THE STATE OF UTTAR PRADESH |
| Introduction | The case involves the Vice Chancellor of SHUATS, Dr Rajendra Bihari Lal, who was granted interim bail by the Supreme Court in a case of alleged forceful religious conversion. The State of Uttar Pradesh filed an application to recall the bail, which was dismissed by the Supreme Court. |
| Factual Background | Dr Rajendra Bihari Lal was arrested in connection with two FIRs related to alleged forceful religious conversion. He was granted interim bail by the Supreme Court on March 4, 2024, subject to the condition that he cooperates with the investigation. The State of Uttar Pradesh filed an application to recall the bail, which was dismissed. |
| Legal Issues | The main legal issue is whether the interim bail granted to Dr Rajendra Bihari Lal should be recalled by the Supreme Court. The State of Uttar Pradesh argued against the grant of relief, stating that the bail application was still pending before the High Court. |
| Applicable Law | The Supreme Court considered the provisions of the Indian Penal Code and the Uttar Pradesh Prohibition of Unlawful Conversion of Religion Act 2021 in granting and confirming the interim bail. |
| Analysis | The Supreme Court noted the petitioner’s prolonged custody and the delay in the High Court’s consideration of the bail application. Considering these factors, the Court confirmed its earlier bail order on March 4, 2024, with the condition that the petitioner cooperates with the Investigating Officer. |
| Conclusion | The Supreme Court dismissed the State of Uttar Pradesh’s application to recall the interim bail granted to Dr Rajendra Bihari Lal. The bail was confirmed, subject to the condition of cooperation with the investigation. |
| Current Scenario | Dr Rajendra Bihari Lal remains on interim bail, and the case is ongoing. Further legal proceedings will depend on the outcome of the investigation and any subsequent court hearings. |
CASE SUMMARY – The Supreme Court confirmed the interim bail of SHUATS VC Dr Rajendra Bihari Lal, dismissing the State of UP’s application to recall the bail. Dr Lal was granted bail on March 4, 2024, in a case related to alleged forceful religious conversion. The Court noted his prolonged custody and the delay in the High Court’s consideration of his bail application. The bail was confirmed, subject to the condition that he cooperates with the investigation.
SOURCE- DECCAN HERALD
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