Observing that all individuals involved were majors, the Court said the State has a duty to ensure their safety, autonomy and freedom of choice, and accordingly ordered police protection.
Live-In Relationships Not Illegal; Allahabad High Court Orders Police Protection For 12 Couples
The Allahabad High Court has directed the Uttar Pradesh Police to protect 12 live-in couples who claimed threats from their families.
The Court held that adults in live-in relationships are entitled to protection of life and personal liberty under Article 21, regardless of marital status.
It clarified that live-in relationships are not illegal and that social or familial disapproval cannot override constitutional rights.
[Live In Couples v. State of Uttar Pradesh & Ors.]
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