Landmark Judgment 35 (Article 21) PUCL vs UOI (Right to food)

This document contains the Supreme Court of India's order from May 8, 2002, in the case of People's Union for Civil Liberties vs. Union of India. It addresses the right to food under Article 21, issuing directions for the Sampoorna Gramin Rozgar Yojana (SGRY) to ensure employment generation, timely wage payments, and proper utilisation of funds. The judgment also outlines mechanisms for social audits, grievance redressal, and the identification of BPL families. This is a crucial document for understanding the legal framework around food security and employment schemes in India.

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