Society For Enlightenment And ... vs Union Of India

The Supreme Court addressed the issue of child marriage in India, emphasizing the importance of the Prohibition of Child Marriage Act 2006 and its implications on the age of consent. The Court held that child marriage is a violation of fundamental rights under Article 21, which guarantees the right to life and personal liberty. It established that the legal framework must ensure the protection of children from such practices, reinforcing the need for effective enforcement of laws against child marriage.