Art . 10 --- Principle of natural justice ( audi alteram partem ) is enshrined in the Constitution and forms the bedrock of any decision - making process which affects the right of any party -

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Art . 10 - A --- Natural justice , principle of --- Right to fair trial --- Scope --- Principle of natural justice ( audi alteram partem ) is enshrined in the Constitution and forms the bedrock of any decision - making process which affects the right of any party --- Right to be heard is read as an integral part of every statute affecting the rights of a person , especially after the insertion of Art . 10 - A of the Constitution --- All the pre - trial proceedings including investigation are covered under the right to a fair trial as guaranteed under Art . 10 - A of the Constitution --- Fundamental right to have a fair trial and due process should be read into every statute affecting the rights of a person .