Supreme Court of India
Dr. Ashwani Kumar v. Union of India & Ors.
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We are of the view that given the constitutional importance of the issues raised, focused and perhaps more vigorous efforts are needed.
Judgment, page 24
From the headnote
Social Justice: Rights of elderly persons – Writ petition u/Art. 32 of Constitution – Seeking enforcement of rights of elder ly persons u/ Art. 21 by providing them adequate pension, shelter, geriat ric care and medical facilities and also sought effective imple mentation of the Maintenance and Welfare of Parents and Senior Cit izens Act, 2007 – Held: Right to life provided u/Art. 21 encompasses several rights – The right to live with dignity, right to shel ter and right to health are basic and fundamental – The State is obliged to ensure that these fundamental rights are not only protected,
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