In 1982, in Avtar Singh case Supreme Court of India held that it is inhuman to force accused to remain standing in court during trial.
Today, after 34 years, the judgment is yet to see light of day in trial court.
It is for High Courts to implement the spirit of judgment and to give directions to trial court.
But till today, as I see it, accused do have to stand in courts during trial.
(Blog post idea credit to Shri Adv.Anant Saxena)
Haresh Raichura
24/4/16
