Answer
Those who have been forced to consume acid
Explanation
The Supreme Court, using Article 142, stated that even without external injuries, individuals suffering internal damage due to acid consumption will receive benefits for acid attack victims.
Key Points
- > Internal organs are damaged due to acid consumption
- > This protection is provided under the RPwD Act 2016
- > Articles 14 and 142 of the Constitution have been applied
Additional Information
- This is the first time internal damage has been legally recognized in protecting the rights of acid attack victims.
- Current Chief Justice Surya Kant delivered this historic verdict.
| Article | Subject |
|---|---|
| Article 14 | Equality before the law |
| Article 142 | Special judicial powers of the Supreme Court |