The Delhi High Court urged the Centre to reconsider Rule 43 of the Central Civil Services (Leave) Rules, which denies maternity leave to female government employees with more than two children. The court emphasized the importance of a mother’s presence for the physical and psychological development of her children and highlighted the need to protect the rights of these children.
The Allahabad High Court ruled that contempt of court orders from the Central Administrative Tribunal (CAT) can only be appealed before the Supreme Court, not the High Court. This provides clarity on the appeal process, as per the Administrative Tribunals Act and the Contempt of Courts Act. The decision enhances legal consistency in such matters.
