Landmark Judgment 27 (Article 21) Mr 'X' vs Hospital 'Z'

This document contains the full judgment of the Supreme Court of India in the case of Mr. 'X' vs Hospital 'Z', dated 21 September 1998. The case revolves around the disclosure of a patient's HIV+ status and its implications for medical confidentiality and the right to privacy under Article 21 of the Constitution. It explores the balance between a patient's right to privacy and the public interest, particularly concerning communicable diseases and marriage. This judgment is essential reading for legal professionals, medical practitioners, and anyone interested in privacy rights and medical ethics in India.

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