Why Supreme Court Expanded 'Acid Attack Victim' Definition | RPwD Act & BNS Explained #supremecourt

#supremecourt #acidattacksurvivors #legaldeepdive #rpwdact2016 #indianlaw #socialjustice #BNS2024 #humanrights #legalnewsindia #upscpreparation In a landmark ruling, the Supreme Court of India has redefined justice for acid attack survivors. This deep dive explains why the SC expanded the definition of an "acid attack victim" under the Rights of Persons with Disabilities (RPwD) Act, 2016, to include those forced to ingest acid. In this video, we cover: ✅The Loophole: Why "External Disfigurement" was a narrow and unfair metric. ✅Internal Injuries: The medical reality of acid ingestion and gastrointestinal damage. ✅Article 14 & BNS 2024: How the court aligned welfare laws with the Bharatiya Nyaya Sanhita. ✅Systemic Reforms: The SC’s proposal to make acid sellers co-accused and shift the burden of proof. Don't forget to LIKE and SUBSCRIBE for more news and current affairs updates!