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  • Uncategorized28 Apr 2026

    Which Supreme Court case is the leading authority for reading the Right to Health into Article 21?

    1. A.Vishaka v State of Rajasthan (1997)
    2. B.Paschim Banga Khet Mazdoor Samity v State of West Bengal (1996)
    3. C.Olga Tellis v Bombay Municipal Corporation (1985)
    4. D.Indra Sawhney v Union of India (1992)
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    Answer: B. Paschim Banga Khet Mazdoor Samity v State of West Bengal (1996)

    **Paschim Banga Khet Mazdoor Samity v State of West Bengal (1996)** is the leading authority for reading the **Right to Health** into **Article 21** (Right to Life and Personal Liberty). The Supreme Court held that the state has an obligation to provide adequate medical facilities. **Vishaka (1997)** dealt with workplace sexual harassment guidelines (predecessor to the POSH Act 2013). **Olga Tellis** dealt with the right to livelihood; **Indra Sawhney** with reservations.

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