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22 August 2026

Saurav Das plea on privacy and address disclosure

The case highlights the ongoing tension between the fundamental right to privacy and the digital dissemination of personal information, serving as useful context for ethics and constitutional law questions.

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Notes

  • Saurav Das filed a petition in the Delhi High Court regarding the unauthorized public disclosure of his residential address and personal details.
  • The petitioner alleges that his privacy, dignity, and security have been violated by the dissemination of his background, parental details, and sexuality.
  • The plea seeks a permanent and mandatory injunction against individuals, social media platforms, and online portals to remove and disable access to the content containing his personal information.
  • The legal action raises concerns regarding the balance between public discourse and the right to privacy of individuals in the digital age.

Questions

  1. The Right to Privacy has been recognized as a fundamental right under Article 21 of the Constitution. In the context of the digital age, discuss the challenges in balancing the freedom of expression with the protection of personal sensitive information. 150 words
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  2. Examine the evolution of the Right to Privacy in India following the K.S. Puttaswamy v. Union of India judgment. How does the unauthorized disclosure of personal data by private entities impact the constitutional guarantee of dignity and security for citizens? 250 words
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Prelims

  1. Which fundamental right, as interpreted by the Supreme Court of India, encompasses the protection of an individual's personal details and residential privacy?

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