Phase IFoundation
Background
Overview
This judgment is a cornerstone of Indian constitutional law, defining a critical fundamental right. Its implications for state surveillance, data protection, and individual liberties are profound and frequently tested in UPSC exams.
The K.S. Puttaswamy vs. Union of India judgment (2017) is a landmark ruling by the Supreme Court of India that unanimously affirmed the right to privacy as a fundamental right under Article 21 of the Constitution. It recognized privacy as an intrinsic part of life and personal liberty, subject to reasonable restrictions.