Thanya Nathan created history by becoming the first visually impaired candidate to clear Kerala’s Civil Judges (Junior Division) examination, securing the top rank among persons with benchmark disabilities. She is expected to become the state’s first visually impaired judge.
The Supreme Court has sought responses from the Centre on a petition alleging systemic neglect in supporting persons with autism and other neurodivergent conditions. The plea highlights poor implementation of welfare laws and lack of sensitisation in public services.
