SHORT ANSWER:
The Supreme Court of India recognized the right to privacy as a fundamental right under Article 21 of the Constitution in the Puttaswamy case (2017).
DETAILS:
- The judgment emphasized that privacy is essential for the exercise of other fundamental rights.
- It stated that the right to privacy includes the right to make personal choices and control over personal information.
PUNISHMENT / IMPLICATIONS (if applicable):
- Violations of the right to privacy can lead to legal challenges and consequences for the state or individuals infringing on this right.
SOURCE:
- Justice K.S. Puttaswamy (Retd.) vs. Union of India, 2017, Supreme Court of India.
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