Crime & Law · India
High Court Affirms Maternity Leave as Constitutional Right
The Jammu and Kashmir and Ladakh High Court has ruled that maternity leave is a constitutional right, not a state handout. The court emphasized that mothers should not face penalties regarding their job status due to maternity leave. This ruling highlights the ongoing debate and challenges in ensuring these rights are accessible to all women in India.
How outlets across the spectrum covered it
Left 1 · Centre 3 · Right 1 n = 5
- Left (1): Article 14
- Centre (3): Amar Ujala, Greater Kashmir, The Free Press Journal
- Right (1): Dainik Jagran