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.
Unit IV · Human Rights Law
Gender justice as a human right
Study aid only. Confirm statute numbers with the current bare Act and the official OU LL.B. (3-YDC) 2024–25 syllabus PDF.
Statute sections
| Act / instrument | Section | Name |
|---|---|---|
| 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 |
Landmark cases
Nilabati Behera v. State of Orissa
(1993) 2 SCC 746 · Supreme Court of India
Sovereign immunity does not bar compensation for constitutional torts.