PRECAUTIONARY PRINCIPLE

April 19, 2020

The aggressive methods to halt the virus by suspending mobility are examples of a strategy known as the ‘precautionary principle’.

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According to the principle, authorities must take precautionary measures when stakes are high, despite when scientific evidence about the expected event being harmful is not yet certain.
This implies that protective action should be taken to prevent any possible harm, even if there is a chance that such harm will not occur–thus playing it safe.

Source : Indian Express

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