Challenges in Implementation of Constitutional and Legislative Provisions for People with Disability in India

The recognition and protection of the rights of persons with disabilities in India have evolved through constitutional guarantees, legislative enactments, and judicial interventions. India’s constitutional and legislative framework for persons with disabilities has progressively shifted from a welfare-oriented approach to a rights-based model, particularly after ratifying the UN Convention on the Rights of Persons with Disabilities (UNCRPD). Key provisions include equality before law, prohibitio