Social Justice & Welfare·Landmark Judgments

Unemployment and Youth Alienation — Landmark Judgments

Updated 5 Mar 2026

Landmark Judgments

Olga Tellis vs Bombay Municipal Corporation

1985

The Supreme Court recognized the right to livelihood as part of the right to life under Article 21, establishing that employment and livelihood are fundamental rights with…

State of Rajasthan vs Union of India (MGNREGA Case)

2018

The Supreme Court upheld the constitutional validity of MGNREGA and emphasized its role in ensuring employment security, particularly in rural areas prone to extremist influence.…