Rural Housing Schemes — Landmark Judgments

Landmark Judgments

Olga Tellis & Ors. vs. Bombay Municipal Corporation & Ors.

1985

This landmark judgment by the Supreme Court of India established that the 'right to livelihood' is an integral part of the 'right to life' under Article 21 of the Constitution.…

Chameli Singh & Ors. vs. State of U.P. & Anr.

1995

The Supreme Court explicitly held that the 'right to shelter' is a fundamental right guaranteed under Article 21 of the Constitution. The Court stated that 'the right to life…

Francis Coralie Mullin vs. Administrator, Union Territory of Delhi & Ors.

1981

This case significantly broadened the interpretation of 'life' under Article 21, stating that it is not merely physical existence but includes the right to live with human…