Helplines and Support — Landmark Judgments

Landmark Judgments

Maintenance and Welfare of Parents and Senior Citizens Act vs. State of Rajasthan

2019

The Rajasthan High Court emphasized the mandatory nature of state responsibility in establishing effective helpline systems for senior citizens. The court noted that Section 19 of…

Sheela Barse vs. State of Maharashtra

1983

While primarily focused on custodial violence, this landmark case established the principle of state responsibility for protecting vulnerable populations through accessible…

Laxmi Mandal vs. Deen Dayal Harinagar Hospital

2010

The Supreme Court's emphasis on accessible healthcare services for vulnerable populations, including the elderly, established principles relevant to helpline services. The court…