Guwahati, March 28 -- The Supreme Court of India on Friday rejected an FIR registered by the Gujarat Police against Congress Rajya Sabha MP Imran Pratapgarhi related to a poem he posted on social media.

The court also stated the importance of free speech and criticized the Gujarat police for trying to criminally charge Pratapgarhi related to a poem.

A bench of Justice Abhay Oka and Justice Ujjal Bhuyan allowed the petition filed by Pratapgarhi. Later the bench observed that Pratapgarhi had not committed any offence.

The bench also stated that the free expression of thoughts and views by individuals or groups is an integral part of a healthy, civilized society.

The court observed, "It is impossible to lead a dignified life guaranteed u...