The Delhi High Court today instructed the vice-chancellor of Delhi University to address a representation for 50% reservation for women in the upcoming DUSU elections within three weeks, in accordance with the law. The petitioner sought to mandate women’s representation through reservations, citing concerns of money and power dominating the elections and limiting women’s participation.
President Droupadi Murmu has approved the formation of the 23rd Law Commission of India, with a three-year term to review and recommend legal reforms. The commission’s objectives include reviewing/repealing obsolete laws, focusing on poverty laws, judicial administration, gender equality, and more. The commission aims to submit reports in Hindi and English and develop partnerships with law universities and policy research institutions.
On Tuesday(27th August), The Himachal Pradesh Legislative Assembly has passed the Prohibition of Child Marriage (Himachal Pradesh Amendment) Act, 2024, raising the legal marriage age for women from 18 to 21 years. This landmark decision aims to advance gender equality and expand educational and professional opportunities for women.
There are 109 women serving as judges in India’s higher judiciary, marking progress towards gender equality. Efforts to increase this number must continue to create a supportive environment for women in the legal profession. The government’s commitment to transparency in judicial appointments reflects a positive step toward greater inclusivity.
Delhi High Court Acting Chief Justice Manmohan emphasizes gender equality, asserting that a society aiming for progress cannot constrain half its population. He encourages women lawyers to harness their skills for impactful change at the 3rd Annual Tea Soiree organized by the Delhi High Court Women Lawyers Forum.
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Today (2nd May): The Supreme Court directed that one-third of SCBA posts must be reserved for women. For the current year, three executive members, two senior executive members, and the treasurer must be women. This aims to promote gender inclusivity and diversity within the association. The directive builds on a plea for gender representation. Elections for the 2024-25 term are scheduled for May 16th.
The Delhi High Court, led by Justice Swarana Kanta Sharma, acknowledged domestic violence concerns among female police officers, emphasizing the need for targeted support. The court overturned a judgment dismissing charges against a man accused of cruelty to his police officer wife, challenging stereotypes about police officers’ invulnerability and calling for greater gender sensitivity in judicial education.
Today(on 26th April), The Delhi High Court has directed the Defence Ministry to decide the plea for women’s inclusion in the Armed Forces through CDS exam within 8 weeks. The plea was submitted by Advocate Kush Kalra and highlights the issue of gender discrimination in the recruitment process, emphasizing the urgency of ensuring equal opportunities.
Today (22nd April): The Supreme Court affirmed the Constitutional duty to provide Child Care Leave (CCL) to mothers of children with disabilities for equal opportunities in the workforce. Denying CCL violates constitutional rights. The court directed the Himachal Pradesh Government to review its CCL policy and form a committee for implementation by July 31, 2024.