The Supreme Court of India has directed the Centre to frame a policy on the rehabilitation of sex workers. Background: The case began when a public interest litigation was filed in the Supreme Court, seeking directions for the rehabilitation of sex workers. Parties: The petitioners, including a non-governmental organization and an individual, argued that sex workers were entitled to rehabilitation and that the government had a duty to provide them with support and protection. The respondents, including the government, argued that the issue was complex and that a policy was necessary to address the needs of sex workers. Legal issues: The court considered the legal issues of the right to rehabilitation, the duty of the government to provide support and protection, and the need for a policy on the rehabilitation of sex workers. Court observations: The Supreme Court observed that sex workers were entitled to rehabilitation and that the government had a duty to provide them with support and protection. The court also noted that a policy was necessary to address the needs of sex workers and that the Centre should frame a policy in consultation with state governments and stakeholders. Significance: The judgment is significant as it recognizes the rights of sex workers and highlights the need for a policy on their rehabilitation. The court's decision is also expected to have implications for the lives of sex workers and the efforts to address the social and economic challenges they face.