GS PrelimsPolityFundamental Rights2021

'Right to Privacy' is protected under which Article of the Constitution of India?

A

Article 15

B

Article 19

C

Article 21

D

Article 29

Correct Answer: Option C

Explanation

1. The question asks under which Article of the Constitution of India the 'Right to Privacy' is protected. 2. While the Constitution does not explicitly mention a 'Right to Privacy', the Supreme Court of India, in the landmark K.S. Puttaswamy vs Union of India judgment (2017), unanimously held that the 'Right to Privacy' is a fundamental right. 3. The Court ruled that privacy is an intrinsic part of the Right to Life and Personal Liberty, which is guaranteed under Article 21 of the Constitution of India. 4. Article 15 deals with prohibition of discrimination. 5. Article 19 deals with certain rights regarding freedom of speech, etc. 6. Article 29 deals with the protection of interests of minorities. Therefore, the 'Right to Privacy' is protected as an integral part of Article 21.

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