Marian and Another v. Upasena – sllr 1998 volume 3 page 177

In the case between Marian and Another (petitioners) and Upasena (respondent, representing law enforcement), the court addressed the alleged infringement of fundamental rights, specifically the freedom of expression, arising from the arrest and detention of the petitioners under emergency regulations for possessing political posters. It was held that the posters constituted a legitimate exercise of freedom of speech, and no offence was established. The court further found that there was an unjustified delay in producing the petitioners before a Magistrate. Relief was granted by directing the respondents to pay ex gratia compensation of Rs. 5,000 to each petitioner, reaffirming the principle that fundamental rights, particularly the freedom of expression, must be protected even under emerge