BACHPAN BACHAO ANDOLAN vs UNION OF INDIA

The Supreme Court, in a writ petition under Article 32, directed the Union of India to formulate and implement a national action plan addressing the alarming rise of drug and alcohol abuse among children. The Court emphasized the need for comprehensive measures including identification, recovery, counseling, and rehabilitation, alongside educational reforms and the establishment of de-addiction centers. The ruling underscores the state's duty to protect children's rights and welfare, thereby mandating proactive steps to combat substance abuse in the youth population.