Joseph Shine v Union of India Explained | Section 497 IPC Struck Down

In this video, we discuss the landmark Supreme Court judgment Joseph Shine v Union of India (2018), in which Section 497 of the Indian Penal Code (IPC) dealing with adultery was declared unconstitutional. The Supreme Court held that criminalising adultery was arbitrary, discriminatory, and violative of Articles 14, 15, and 21 of the Constitution of India. The judgment recognised women’s autonomy, dignity, and equality, marking a significant shift in Indian constitutional jurisprudence. 🔍 Topics Covered: Background of Joseph Shine case Meaning and scope of Section 497 IPC Constitutional validity of adultery law Articles 14, 15 & 21 analysis Supreme Court reasoning and ratio decidendi Impact of the judgment on criminal law 🎯 Useful for: LLB students Judiciary and APO aspirants UPSC law optional Constitutional & criminal law revision This video explains the case in a clear, exam-oriented, and concept-driven manner. #Joseph_Shine_Case #Landmark_Case_law #Judiciary_Exams Joseph Shine v Union of India Joseph Shine case explained Section 497 IPC adultery law India adultery unconstitutional Article 14 Constitution Article 21 Constitution Supreme Court adultery judgment criminal law case law constitutional law landmark cases judiciary exam case law IPC important judgments women rights constitution India