The Supreme Court of India has ordered a CBI probe into an alleged police encounter in which four people were killed, and has directed the state government to preserve all evidence related to the case. Background: The case originated from a petition filed by a group of human rights activists who alleged that the police had staged a fake encounter. Parties: The petitioners, represented by senior advocate Prashant Bhushan, argued that the police had committed a grave human rights violation, while the state government, represented by senior advocate Mukul Rohatgi, contended that the encounter was genuine. Legal issues: The court examined the allegations of a fake encounter and whether the police had committed a human rights violation. Court observations: The Supreme Court observed that the allegations were serious and required a thorough investigation. The court also noted that the state government's failure to preserve evidence was a serious lapse. Significance: The judgment is significant as it highlights the need for greater accountability and transparency in police actions. The court's ruling will have implications for the police and the state government's ability to investigate and prosecute cases of alleged human rights violations.