Phase IFoundation
Background
Overview
This signifies a crucial evolution in constitutional interpretation, impacting the state's obligations towards its citizens' well-being in education and employment. It highlights the dynamic nature of fundamental rights and judicial activism, relevant for understanding Indian Polity and Governance.
Article 21 of the Indian Constitution guarantees the Right to Life and Personal Liberty. The Supreme Court has progressively expanded its ambit to include various facets essential for a dignified life. Recent jurisprudence has further broadened this to encompass the right to mental health and a psychologically safe environment, particularly for students and aspirants, placing a positive duty on institutions to minimize foreseeable harm.