Shiv Kumar and Anr. v. State of Punjab and Ors.
Case brief
What is this about?
Single-judge order disposing a writ petition where petitioners, a married couple, approached the court apprehending danger to life and liberty from family members. Court directed Police Commissioner to investigate and ensure safety. Order explicitly stated it does not validate the marriage or affect civil/criminal liability.
What did the court decide?
Direction to Respondent No.2 (Commissioner of Police) to investigate grievance and take measures to ensure life and liberty of petitioners is not jeopardized.