SHORT ANSWER:
The Supreme Court of India has interpreted Article 21 to include the right to a dignified life and various other rights essential for living with dignity.
DETAILS:
- Article 21 of the Indian Constitution guarantees the right to life and personal liberty.
- The Supreme Court has expanded this right to include the right to privacy, the right to health, the right to a clean environment, and the right to education.
- Landmark judgments, such as Maneka Gandhi v. Union of India, have emphasized that the right to life is not just about survival but living with dignity.
PUNISHMENT / IMPLICATIONS (if applicable):
- Violations of the rights under Article 21 can lead to legal consequences and the courts can provide remedies.
SOURCE:
- Constitution of India, Article 21
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