SUDHIR MITTAL
Pardeep Singh – Appellant
Versus
State of Haryana – Respondent
JUDGMENT :
SUDHIR MITTAL, J.
1. The petitioners allege that they are in a live-in-relationship.
2. They are both major and have decided to enter into such a relationship as they are sure of their feelings for each other. A great deal of thought has gone into the decision. However, the family of petitioner No.2 is against the relationship and are threatening to cause physical harm. A representation dated 9.5.2021 (Annexure P-3) has also been submitted before respondent No.2, but no action has been taken thereupon, till date. Left with no other option, they have filed the present petition.
Notice of motion.
3. Mr. Sanjay Mittal, Addl. AG, Haryana, accepts notice on behalf of respondent Nos.1 to 3-State and waives service.
4. Learned State counsel submits that live-in-relationships are not legal and are frowned upon by society. Thus, no protection can be granted to the petitioners.
5. The Constitution of India is the Supreme Law of the land.
6. Right to life and liberty is enshrined therein and is treated as a basic feature.
7. The said right includes the right of an individual to full development of his/her potential in accordance with his/her choice and wish and for such purpose, he/sh
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