Question Q1GS2GS2
The evolving interpretation by the courts have led to the expansion of the scope of the Right to Life and Personal Liberty under Article 21 of the Indian Constitution. Discuss with the help of relevant case laws. (Answer in 150 words)
Main Body
Under the writ jurisdiction (Article 32, 226), the judiciary's interpretation of Article 21 has widened.
Evolving interpretation of Article 21:
1Privacy right is also added
Ex: Puttaswamy case declared Right to privacy.
2Environment protection was also included.
Ex: M.C. Mehta case - polluter pay principle.
3Right to livelihood under Article 21 was included.
58 words2 paragraphs2 bullet points
Topper
Gudelli Srujana
AIR 552024
Subject & Paper
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Topic
Indian Constitution - Historical Underpinnings, Evolution, Features, Amendments, Significant Provisions and Basic Structure
Significant Provisions
Right to Privacy and Article 21
Writing Stats
58
Total words
2
Paragraphs
2
Bullets
analytical
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