VISHAKA vs STATE OF RAJASTHAN .

The Supreme Court emphasized the enforcement of fundamental rights of working women under Articles 14, 19, and 21 of the Constitution of India, particularly in the context of sexual harassment and gender equality. The Court recognized the urgent need for safeguards and an effective alternative mechanism to address violations of these rights, especially in the absence of legislative measures. The petition was treated as a class action under Article 32, leading to the establishment of guidelines for the protection of women's rights in the workplace.