The Madras High Court directed Tamil Nadu to frame a rehabilitation plan ensuring self-employment, sustainable livelihood, and meaningful inclusion for transgender persons. It observed that “Transgenders are also children of god,” urging dignity, respect, and stronger social acceptance.
The Supreme Court requested the Centre’s response to a petition challenging the use of derogatory caste names in official certificates. The petition argues these terms violate dignity and equality principles, perpetuating stigma against Scheduled Castes. The petitioners seek to replace offensive terms with less discriminatory alternatives in official documents.