Fundamental rights of prisoners of speedy trial

Article 21 of the Constitution ensures a prisoner's right to life and personal freedom as well as a fair, just, and reasonable legal system. By giving a broad and liberal definition of life and personal liberty, the Supreme Court of India has shown tremendous vigilance and care for the fundamental rights of prisoners. Because of many factors, inmates who are being tried in any court in India but cannot afford a surety bond or obtain legal representation are detained behind bars for long stretches of time. Their fundamental rights have been gravely violated. In various Indian courts, under trial detainees made up 61.24% of the populatio