The Supreme Court has declared the denial of childcare leaves to mothers caring for children with disabilities as unconstitutional. The court ordered a policy revision and the formation of a committee headed by the Chief Secretary of Himachal Pradesh to address the issue. Chief Justice D.Y. Chandrachud emphasized the importance of women’s equal participation in the workforce, stating it as a constitutional requirement. The case involved an assistant professor seeking childcare leave for her son with a genetic disorder, highlighting the necessity for supportive policies.
Supreme Court Deems Denial of Childcare Leaves to Mothers of Disabled Children Unconstitutional
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