20Mar 2026

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SC Removes Age Limit for Adoptive Leave

Supreme Court Removes Age Limit For Adoptive Maternity Leave Why in the News ? The Supreme Court of India has struck down the three-month age limit for maternity leave in adoption cases, citing Article 14 (Right to Equality). The judgment expands the scope of maternity benefits and recognises adoptive motherhood beyond biological constraints. Key Judgement …

18Mar 2026

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SC Maternity Leave for Adoptive Moms

SC HOLDS ALL ADOPTIVE MOTHERS ENTITLED TO MATERNITY LEAVE Why in the News? Judicial Ruling: Supreme Court held all adoptive mothers entitled to 12 weeks maternity leave, irrespective of child’s age. Policy Suggestion: Court urged government to introduce paternity leave as a social security measure. Key aspects of the Supreme Court judgment Provision Read Down: …

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