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ABORTION LAWS, MINOR RAPE VICTIMS, AND REPRODUCTIVE JUSTICE IN INDIA Syllabus: GS 2: Issues arising out of design and implementation of policies Issues related to women. Why in the News? The debate over amending India’s Medical Termination of Pregnancy (MTP) Act has intensified following judicial interventions seeking removal of gestational limits for minor rape survivors …
Read MoreHer Body, Her Choice: Supreme Court Reaffirms Reproductive Autonomy Under Article 21 The Supreme Court has recently delivered an important ruling that strengthens the constitutional protection of women’s reproductive rights. The Court observed that no woman, especially a minor, can be forced to continue an unwanted pregnancy against her will. This judgment is highly significant …
Read MoreUCC Debate Revives Focus on Equality and Rights Why in the News ? The Supreme Court reiterated that the Uniform Civil Code (UCC) is a constitutional aspiration, not linked to religion, while hearing a petition challenging Muslim personal law provisions on inheritance, citing gender discrimination and violation of fundamental rights. Supreme Court Observations on UCC …
Read MoreMenstrual Health Recognised as Right to Life by HC Why in the News ? The Karnataka High Court has ruled that menstrual health is linked to the right to life under Article 21, directing strict implementation of the menstrual leave policy, highlighting issues of dignity, gender equity, and workplace rights. Karnataka High Court Ruling and …
Read MoreSupreme Court Questions Use Of Article 17 In Sabarimala Why in the News ? A nine-judge Constitution Bench of the Supreme Court is hearing the Sabarimala case, questioning whether Article 17 (untouchability) applies to menstrual restrictions. The debate revisits issues of religious freedom, gender equality, and limits of judicial intervention in faith practices, drawing parallels …
Read MoreSC Upholds Divorced Muslim Woman’s Property Rights Why in News? The Supreme Court ruled that a divorced Muslim woman is legally entitled to recover dower (mehr), dowry, gold and all marriage-related gifts from her former husband. The judgment reinforces financial security, dignity, and constitutional equality for divorced Muslim women. Supreme Court Strengthens Property Rights of …
Read MoreWhy in the news? NHRC issued notices to the Centre and Tamil Nadu government regarding alleged discrimination against married women in Foxconn’s recruitment practices. Foxconn denies allegations of employment discrimination based on marital status or gender at its Sriperumbudur plant. source:geeksforgeeks About National Human Rights Commission (NHRC): Purpose: Protect and promote human rights in India. …
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