Understanding Others' Emotions — Landmark Cases

Landmark Cases

Maneka Gandhi v. Union of India

1978

This landmark judgment expanded the interpretation of Article 21 to include the right to live with human dignity, establishing that government actions must consider the emotional…

Olga Tellis v. Bombay Municipal Corporation

1985

The Supreme Court recognized that eviction of pavement dwellers without providing alternative accommodation violates Article 21. The judgment demonstrated judicial understanding…

Vishaka v. State of Rajasthan

1997

This judgment established guidelines for preventing sexual harassment at workplaces, recognizing the emotional and psychological impact of harassment. It emphasized the need for…