The Supreme Court of India has ordered a probe into alleged extra-judicial killings in Manipur. Background: The court was hearing a petition filed by the Extra-Judicial Execution Victim Families Association (EEVFAM), which alleged that security forces had carried out extra-judicial killings in Manipur. Parties: The petitioners, including EEVFAM, argued that the security forces had committed human rights violations. The respondents, including the Union of India, contended that the allegations were baseless. Legal issues: The primary issue before the court was whether the security forces had committed extra-judicial killings in Manipur. The court also examined the role of the National Human Rights Commission (NHRC) in investigating human rights violations. Court observations: The Supreme Court observed that the allegations of extra-judicial killings were serious and required a thorough investigation. The court ordered the registration of FIRs in all cases of alleged extra-judicial killings and directed the NHRC to monitor the investigation. Significance: This judgment has significant implications for the protection of human rights in India. It reinforces the importance of ensuring that security forces do not commit human rights violations and that those responsible are held accountable.