A court in Delhi has granted a request from Yash Yadav, who is implicated in the NEET UG examination paper leak incident, to access educational materials while in judicial custody. This decision is in light of the upcoming retest scheduled for June 21. The court referenced Article 21 of the Constitution, which safeguards an individual’s right to life and personal liberty.
Special Judge Ajay Gupta of the Rouse Avenue Court stated in his June 2 ruling, “Given the circumstances surrounding this case and the accused’s right to further his education, the application is approved.” Article 21 asserts that “No individual shall be deprived of life or personal liberty except through a legal process.”
Judge Gupta, however, set forth specific conditions regarding the provision of educational materials. He mandated that Yadav must submit a list of the books he wishes to study. These materials must be delivered to the jail authorities by a family member or his designated legal representative. Prior to handing over the books to the accused, they will undergo a security inspection by the jail officials. Any materials deemed inappropriate or a potential security threat will be confiscated, as per the court’s directive.
The court further stipulated, “The accused must adhere to all regulations and guidelines outlined in the Jail Manual regarding the retention of books within the prison. The Jail Superintendent is instructed to permit the accused to keep the provided books on the premises, contingent on passing the security check.”
In court, Yadav, a 20-year-old student at Uttarakhand Ayurveda University and a candidate for the NEET examination, expressed his desire to utilize his time productively while in confinement by studying relevant subject matter.
His legal representative, Advocate Ambika, argued that Yadav aims to continue his education and make the best use of his time by reading academic texts and notes that could benefit his future.
The Central Bureau of Investigation (CBI), which is handling the investigation, alleges that Yadav received PDF files of the compromised question papers via Telegram and sold them for a sum of Rs 10 lakhs, playing a significant role in the distribution of the leaked materials.
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