FIR Against MP Over ‘Fight with State’ Remark Refused, Free Speech Protection Cited: Allahabad High Court

The Allahabad High Court delivered a crucial judgment protecting freedom of speech while refusing to direct registration of an FIR against a Member of Parliament. The Court held that in absence of clear incitement or supporting evidence, criminal proceedings cannot be initiated merely on the basis of a controversial statement. Background of the Case The case titled Simran Gupta VERSUS State of U.P. and Another was filed under Article 227…