Landmark case · Human Rights Law · Semester 6
Vishaka v. State of Rajasthan
(1997) 6 SCC 241 · Supreme Court of India
Sexual harassment is a human-rights violation; courts may issue binding guidelines in a legislative vacuum.
From topic
Gender justice as a human right — Unit IV, Human Rights Law.
Related sections:
- Constitution of India, 14 / 15 / 21 — Equality, non-discrimination and dignity
- CEDAW, 2 / 11 — State duty to eliminate discrimination against women
- Protection of Human Rights Act, 1993, 12(j) — Study of treaties and international instruments on human rights