Which of the following is the landmark decision that gave broader meaning to Article 21 and stated that every one has right to prompt trial in the court of law?

The correct answer is option 1.

Key Points

Article 21 of the Indian Constitution: Protection of Life and Personal Liberty

• No person shall be deprived of his life or personal liberty except according to procedure established by law.
• This fundamental right is available to every person, citizens and foreigners alike.
• Article 21 provides two rights: Right to life and Right to personal liberty.
• The Supreme Court of India has described this right as the ‘heart of fundamental rights’. 
• Any private individual encroaching on these rights of another individual does not amount to a violation of Article 21.

Hussainara Khatoon v/s State of Bihar:

• It is a well-known landmark judgement case which gave a wider interpretation of Article 21 and held that speedy trial is the fundamental right of every citizen.
• This landmark case emphasized speedy trial and free legal aid for the effective administration of justice and equality among the citizens.