New Delhi Aug 24 (IANS) Congress Vice President Rahul Gandhi on Thursday welcomed the Supreme Court s ruling on the right to privacy saying the decision was "a major blow to fascist forces" and the rejection of BJP s ideology of "suppression through surveillance".
"Welcome the SC verdict upholding right to privacy as an intrinsic part of individual s liberty freedom and dignity. A victory for every Indian " said Gandhi on Twitter.
"SC decision marks a major blow to fascist forces. A sound rejection of the BJP s ideology of suppression through surveillance " he added.
The Supreme Court on Thursday held that the right to privacy is a fundamental right and is an integral part of the right to life and liberty.
--IANS
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