Today, On 9th April, The Centre told the Supreme Court it supports keeping the ban on women of menstruating age entering Kerala’s Sabarimala temple, arguing the 2018 ruling relied on a premise that places men above women and treats them as inferior.
Supreme Court Justice Sanjay Karol shared a photo of a menstruating woman barred from her home, illustrating enduring menstrual taboos in India. He emphasized the need for awareness and change in women’s rights, calling for greater access to justice for those in rural areas and highlighting the Constitution’s role in promoting social and economic justice.
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The Sikkim High Court introduced a menstrual leave policy for female employees, allowing 2-3 days of leave per month with approval from the court’s medical officer. This innovative and progressive initiative acknowledges the impact of menstruation on women’s well-being and productivity, setting a precedent for other institutions to follow in promoting gender sensitivity and workplace equality.