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What essential element is included in the right to live with dignity?
In the case of Occupational Health and Safety Association v. Union of India, what was the primary concern raised by the petition?
What was the outcome regarding Section 377 of the Indian Penal Code in the Navtej Singh Johar v. Union of India case?
What legal principle did the court apply in the Navtej Singh Johar case concerning human dignity?
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Why did the court remand the matter to the High Courts in the Occupational Health and Safety Association case?
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Which principle was at the forefront of both legal cases discussed regarding human dignity?
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What kind of relations did the Supreme Court emphasize as part of human dignity in the Navtej Singh Johar case?
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What does the concept of human dignity encompass according to the discussed cases?
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What does the Right to Livelihood ensure for individuals?
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In Olga Tellis and Ors v. Bombay Municipal Corporation, why was the government justified in evicting the dwellers?
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What was the main outcome of the Olga Tellis case regarding the Right to Livelihood?
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What fundamental right is involved in the case of Chameli Singh v. State of U.P?
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How did the court's judgement in the case of Chameli Singh impact Article 21 of the Constitution?
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What does the judgement in Olga Tellis highlight about the circumstances of slum dwellers?
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Which group was primarily affected by the land acquisition in Chameli Singh's case?
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What should occur before any evictions of slum dwellers according to the ruling in Olga Tellis?
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Study Notes
Right to Live with Dignity
- The right to live with dignity includes access to the necessities of life and autonomy over personal decisions.
- The Occupational Health and Safety Association v. Union of India (2014) case mandated protection of workers from dangerous and unhealthy work conditions, recognizing that their right to live with dignity depends on a safe and just work environment.
- The case centered around workers in thermal power plants who were suffering health consequences due to unsafe working conditions, with demands for compensation for these occupational health disorders.
- The court emphasized the state's obligation to ensure safe and hygienic working conditions for workers, acknowledging its role in protecting human dignity in the workplace.
Right over Intimate Relations
- The Navtej Singh Johar v. Union of India (2018) case dealt with the impact of Section 377 of the Indian Penal Code on human dignity.
- This landmark case focused on the right to "full personhood," emphasizing the importance of individual autonomy and self-expression in the realm of intimate relations.
- The court declared Section 377 unconstitutional to the extent it criminalized consensual sexual acts between adults, arguing that it violated the fundamental rights to equality, freedom, and life, all of which are essential components of human dignity.
- The case recognized the importance of individual choice and autonomy in matters of intimacy, dismantling discriminatory laws and affirming the right to live with dignity for LGBTQ+ individuals.
Right to Livelihood
- The Olga Tellis and Ors. v. Bombay Municipal Corporation (1986) case established the right to livelihood as a crucial component of the right to life.
- The case involved slum and pavement dwellers who faced eviction, arguing that this deprived them of their means of survival, violating their fundamental right to life.
- While the court upheld the government's right to control public spaces, it deemed evictions unjustified without providing alternative housing, emphasizing the importance of safeguarding the right to livelihood.
- The case highlights the connection between poverty and the denial of basic necessities, affirming the importance of securing a livelihood for achieving human dignity and a meaningful life.
Right to Shelter
- The Chameli Singh v. State of U.P (1995) case solidified the right to shelter as a crucial aspect of the right to life.
- The case involved a land acquisition that threatened to deprive landowners of their livelihood, questioning the balance between development and individual rights.
- The court ruled that the right to life under Article 21 includes the right to shelter, recognizing the fundamental need for a secure and safe place to live as a cornerstone of human dignity.
- This case illustrates the interconnectedness of various rights within the framework of human dignity, demonstrating the importance of a holistic approach to safeguarding fundamental freedoms.
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Description
This quiz explores landmark cases in India that shaped the understanding of human dignity, including the right to live with dignity and the right over intimate relations. It specifically examines the Occupational Health and Safety Association v. Union of India and Navtej Singh Johar v. Union of India cases, addressing the importance of safe working environments and the decriminalization of homosexuality. Test your knowledge on the fundamental rights that uphold human dignity in the legal context.
