Discuss the significance of fundamental rights in the Indian Constitution, emphasizing their impact beyond legal guarantees. Illustrate with examples how courts interpret and expand the scope of these rights, influencing public perception and policymaking.

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Discuss the significance of fundamental rights in the Indian Constitution, emphasizing their impact beyond legal guarantees. Illustrate with examples how courts interpret and expand the scope of these rights, influencing public perception and policymaking.

Category: Polity (GS -II),

Test Date: 25 Jul 2024

Approach:

Introduction: Introduce fundamental rights as essential guarantees that protect individual liberties under the Indian Constitution.
Expanding Scope through Judicial Interpretation: Explain how courts interpret fundamental rights broadly to include related rights not explicitly mentioned in the Constitution.
- Example: Discuss the Olga Tellis case where the right to livelihood was recognized as part of the right to life under Article 21.
Impact on Public Perception
Influence on Policymaking and Governance
Conclusion