Times have changed, premarital sex not moral turpitude, says Supreme Court
The Supreme Court of India has ruled that premarital sex does not constitute 'moral turpitude' and should not be used as a basis to disqualify candidates from government service. The court emphasized that societal norms regarding relationships have evolved and authorities must be sensitive to these changes.
Why it matters
This ruling sets a significant legal precedent for individual rights and privacy in India, limiting the state's ability to use personal life choices as grounds for professional disqualification.
Times have changed, premarital sex not moral turpitude, says Supreme Court | India News - The Times of India
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