LawFoyer International Journal of Doctrinal Legal Research V. 1

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LawFoyer International Journal of Doctrinal Legal Research

RECOGNISING PROSTITUTION AS A PROFESSION

AND PROTECTING ITS DIGNITY UNDER ARTICLE 21

OF THE INDIAN CONSTITUTION

NIKITA AMBWANII & RUPALI CHAUHAN2

ABSTRACT

In a culture where patriarchal traditions are strongly upheld, the question of

whether or not sex work (including prostitution) should be recognized as a career

remains contentious. Every time it's used, the phrase prostitution conjures up

all the negative connotations that go along with it. Efforts to respect, protect,

uphold, and promote the rights of sex workers must be based on their status as

individuals and citizens with rights guaranteed by the Constitution, which has

received increased attention in recent years due to a growing debate on the topic at

both the international and domestic levels. The Supreme Court of India has also

issued guidelines to help sex workers live with respect in the country. In the first

section of this study, we see that prostitution has long been an integral part of

Indian culture. After that, a discussion of the constitutional protections that

safeguard the rights of sex workers is provided, and finally, the myths and realities

that surround prostitution are discussed. Policymaking strategy recommendations

are provided in the last section of the study report.

Key Words: article 21, the constitution of India, prostitution, supreme court, right

to live with dignity.

1 Law Student, University Five Year Law College, University ofRajasthan, Jaipur.
2 Law Student, University Five Year Law College, University of Rajasthan, Jaipur.

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