Supreme Court: Right to walk on demarcated footpaths is a fundamental right; authorities have a duty to provide them
The question: Is the right to walk a fundamental right?
While hearing appeals over compensation in a motor accident claim, the Supreme Court held that the right to walk, including the right to demarcated and well-maintained footpaths, is a fundamental right under Part III of the Constitution. It converted the matter into a separate petition on the subject and brought the Union Government in as a party.