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National Food Security Act — Key Cases & Reports

Updated 5 Mar 2026

Key Cases & Reports

People's Union for Civil Liberties vs Union of India

2001

This landmark case established the foundation for the right to food in India. The Supreme Court recognized that the right to food flows from Article 21 (Right to Life) and is…

Swaraj Abhiyan vs Union of India

2016

The Supreme Court addressed issues related to Aadhaar linkage with food security schemes under NFSA. The Court emphasized that no person should be denied their food entitlements…