Police can't curtail freedom of citizen for highlighting corruption by member of ruling party: Calcutta High Court

The Calcutta High Court ruled that police cannot curtail the freedom of a citizen based on their political affiliation or involvement in corruption cases. The judgment emphasized that such actions violate fundamental rights guaranteed by the Constitution, including the right to freedom of speech and expression. The court's decision came in response to a petition filed by a member of a ruling party who alleged harassment by police due to political rivalry.