Courts Must Be Cautious In Cases Involving Persons With Unsound Mind, Ensure Their Rights Are Protected: Telangana HC

The Telangana High Court ruled that a mandatory inquiry must be conducted before declaring someone of unsound mind under Rule 15 of the CPC. In the case, a person was declared of unsound mind without following the necessary procedural safeguards. The Court emphasized that before declaring someone of unsound mind, a formal inquiry is required to establish the condition, ensuring the person’s rights are protected. This ruling safeguards individuals’ legal capacity and rights, ensuring that declarations of unsoundness are made only after due process, in line with the principles of natural justice.