In Brief
A man accused of misappropriating food-grains under the Essential Commodities Act sought anticipatory bail after depositing the misappropriated amount. The investigating officer sought his custodial interrogation, alleging non-cooperation because he refused to confess. The Supreme Court held that refusing to confess does not constitute non-cooperation with investigation, as the right against self-incrimination is constitutionally protected. The Court disposed of the appeal, leaving the matter to the Sessions Court to decide if custodial interrogation remains necessary based on investigation materials already collected.
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