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Under which of the following Articles of the Constitution of India, has the Supreme Court of India placed the Right to Privacy?
- A.Article 15
- B.Article 16
- C.Article 19
- D.Article 21
▶ Answer & Explanation
Correct answer: D. Article 21
The Supreme Court of India, in the landmark Puttaswamy judgment, has unequivocally held that the Right to Privacy is an intrinsic part of the Right to Life and Personal Liberty guaranteed under Article 21 of the Constitution. This means that any law or executive action that infringes upon an individual's privacy must satisfy the stringent tests of legality, necessity, and proportionality, and must serve a legitimate state aim.
Source: UPSC gs1 2024