उप पुलिस महानिरीक्षक बनाम एस. समुत्तिरम
(2013) 1 SCC 598 — Supreme Court of India
Directions issued to combat eve-teasing nationwide — deployment of plain-clothed female police, CCTV installation, complaint committees in all institutions.
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(1997) 6 SCC 241, AIR 1997 SC 3011 — Supreme Court of India
Sexual harassment at workplace defined and guidelines issued (Vishaka Guidelines). Right to work with dignity is a fundamental right under Articles 14, 19(1)(g), and 21.
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AIR 1996 SC 309 — Supreme Court of India
Outraging the modesty of a woman — even touching or patting constitutes an offence. No person, however powerful, is above the law.
Read Full Analysisडॉ. उपेंद्र बक्शी बनाम उत्तर प्रदेश राज्य (II)
(1986) 4 SCC 106 — Supreme Court of India
State directed to constitute Board of Visitors and formulate rehabilitation programme for inmates of protective homes. Living conditions must meet basic human dignity.
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AIR 1985 SC 945 — Supreme Court of India (Constitution Bench)
A divorced Muslim woman is entitled to maintenance under Section 125 CrPC. Personal law cannot override statutory provisions meant to prevent destitution.
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(1983) 2 SCC 308 — Supreme Court of India
Inmates of protective homes have a right to live with dignity under Article 21. State must ensure proper management, medical facilities, and humane conditions.
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