Rajasthan Judiciary Pre 2011

Ban on smoking in public place is a violation of which one of following articles of the constitution?

Verified Answer
A. Article 14
B. Article 20
C. Article 21
D. Article 25

Explanation:

The Supreme Court of India has held that smoking in public places violates the right to life (Article 21) of non-smokers, as passive smoking is harmful. The right to life includes the right to live in a clean environment free from pollution.