What is the ratio in Chahal v UK?

National security considerations cannot justify deportation where there is a real risk of torture or inhuman treatment, as Article 3 is absolute and permits no derogation.

What did the court decide in Chahal v UK?

The European Court held that the UK could not deport Chahal despite national security concerns due to the real risk of Article 3 treatment in India.

Why is Chahal v UK important for human rights law?

It established the absolute nature of Article 3 protection and that no public interest, including national security, can override protection from torture.

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