The Supreme Court of India is reviewing whether a stepmother can receive family pension from the Indian Air Force, having raised her stepson since childhood. The term “mother” is deemed broad, prompting a reassessment of current regulations. The case, initiated by Jayashree after her stepson’s death, questions existing legal precedents and could impact pension eligibility for stepmothers.
On Wednesday(15th May),CJI D Y Chandrachud highlighted the imperative for judges to craft judgments accessible to the public at the Rio J-20 summit, attended by Chief Justices from J-20 nations.
