The Supreme Court on Tuesday observed that mob lynching, whether it is related to cow vigilantism or child lifting rumours, is a crime. It also put the onus on the states to ensure that such cases of violence do not take place. The apex court made the observation while hearing pleas seeking directions to formulate guidelines to curb mob violence. The Centre submitted that mob lynching is a law and order problem and the court may deal with the state governments if they are not following its order.
The Supreme Court on Tuesday observed that mob lynching, whether it is related to cow vigilantism or child lifting rumours, is a crime. It also put the onus on the states to ensure that such cases of violence do not take place. The apex court made the observation while hearing pleas seeking directions to formulate guidelines to curb mob violence. The Centre submitted that mob lynching is a law and order problem and the court may deal with the state governments if they are not following its order.