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"Right to Health as a Fundamental Aspect of the Right to Life: An Analysis Under Article 21 of the Indian Constitution"

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  Explain the right to health as an integral part of the right to life under Article 21 of Indian Constitution. Introduction Health is a fundamental human right and a cornerstone of a life lived with dignity. The World Health Organization (WHO) defines health as “a state of complete physical, mental, and social well-being, and not merely the absence of disease or infirmity.” In India, while the Constitution does not explicitly recognize health as a fundamental right, Article 21 has been judicially interpreted to include health-related rights. This interpretation has provided the basis for demanding government accountability, strengthening public healthcare systems, and addressing systemic inequities in healthcare access. The interplay between Article 21  and Directive Principles of State Policy (DPSP) , such as Articles 39(e), 41, and 47 , further reinforces the constitutional obligation to ensure public health as a critical component of the welfare state. Right to Health unde...
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"Right to Health in India: Constitutional Provisions and Judicial Interpretations"

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The Supreme Court of India has stated that right to health is a bundle of rights which includes within its ambit several other fundamental rights. State the relevant constitutional provisions in this regard and support your answer with case laws.   Right to Health as a Bundle of Rights The right to health is not limited to healthcare access alone. It extends to various other dimensions that ensure overall well-being, forming a “bundle of rights” including: Right to Clean Environment : A healthy environment is essential for a healthy life. The Supreme Court has linked the right to health with environmental protection. Case Law 1.  Subhash Kumar v. State of Bihar (1991) : The Court held that the right to life includes the right to enjoy pollution-free air and water. Environmental degradation, which threatens public health, is a violation of the right to life. Right to Food : Adequate nutrition is vital for maintaining good health, and the right to food has been read into the rig...
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Right to health as enshrined in Part-III and Part-IV of the Constitution

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  Everyone has a right to standard of living adequate for the health and wellbeing of himself and her family" In the light of the other statement discuss right to health as enshrined in Part-III and Part-IV of the Constitution.                                                                                    or "The concept of health is multidimensional and 'right to health is inseparable from 'right to life' and 'right to medical facilities is a part and parcel of right to   life "- Justify your answer in the light of Part-III and Part-IV of the Constitution of India with suitable judicial pronouncements. life"                                              ...
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