Right to Privacy and Fundamental Rights The right to privacy is recognized as a fundamental right under Article 21 of the Indian Constitution, following landmark judgments like K.S. Puttaswamy v. Union of India (2017). This article ensures protection for personal liberty and life, encompassing rights such as freedom from exploitation (Articles 23-24) and equality before law (Article 14). Misinterpretations often arise regarding untouchability's abolition being linked with exploitation; however, it falls under the Right to Equality category in Articles 14-18.
Territorial Structure Under Article One India is defined as a 'Union of States' by Article One, emphasizing its indivisibility despite having dual names—India and Bharat. The territory comprises states listed in Schedule I along with union territories or acquired regions. Parliament holds authority over state reorganization through processes outlined in Article Three.
Citizenship Provisions at Independence Part II addresses citizenship during India's constitutional commencement on January 26th,1950 via Articles Five-Eleven detailing criteria based upon birth location/residency duration etc., alongside migration-related clauses concerning Pakistan-originated individuals pre/post-July1948 registration requirements while empowering legislative amendments regulating future statuses post-Citizen Act enactments/amendment cycles till CAA(19).