Right to Life Now Includes Trauma Care: Supreme Court Big Decision

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

Q1: What did the Supreme Court decide on 26 May 2026?
A: The Court ruled that trauma care is part of the Right to Life under Article 21 of the Constitution.

Q2: What is the single emergency number for India now?
A: The single emergency number is 112. All other helplines like 100, 101, 102, 108, 1033, and 1091 must be merged into 112.

Q3: What is a trauma registry?
A: A trauma registry is a record of serious injury cases. It helps the government improve emergency medical services.

Q4: What is PM RAHAT?
A: PM RAHAT is the Cashless Treatment of Road Accident Victims Scheme, 2025. It provides free treatment to road accident victims.

Q5: How does the judgment protect Good Samaritans?
A: States must set up systems where Good Samaritans can complain if they face harassment. This encourages people to help accident victims.