Umar vs UAPA: Why bail remains elusive — Decoding Supreme Court ruling
The Supreme Court denied bail to student activists Umar Khalid and Sharjeel Imam in the 2020 Delhi riots case, citing a "hierarchy of culpability." While five co-accused were granted bail, the court found Khalid and Imam to be "ideological drivers" central to the alleged conspiracy's planning and preparation, distinguishing their roles from mere facilitators.
The Supreme Court denied bail to student activists Umar Khalid and Sharjeel Imam in the 2020 Delhi riots case, citing a "hierarchy of culpability." While five co-accused were granted bail, the court found Khalid and Imam to be "ideological drivers" central to the alleged conspiracy's planning and preparation, distinguishing their roles from mere facilitators.
