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  Indian Constitution in Practice: Men Arrested First, Heard Later By : Vijesh Nair Date :01/02/2026 India In theory, the Indian Constitution guarantees equality before law and protection of personal liberty. In practice, however, a growing number of legal cases suggest a troubling pattern — men are often arrested first and heard later , especially in cases arising from domestic, marital, and gender-related complaints. This trend has sparked renewed debate among legal experts, civil rights activists, and constitutional scholars about whether procedural safeguards are being selectively applied , and whether the balance between protecting victims and safeguarding fundamental rights has tilted too far in one direction. What the Constitution Says Article 14 of the Indian Constitution guarantees equality before the law , while Article 21 protects the right to life and personal liberty , stating that no person shall be deprived of liberty except according to procedure established by...