The Kerala High Court upheld the reproductive rights and dignity of rape survivors, emphasizing the grave mental and physical health risks associated with continuing a pregnancy resulting from rape. The court recognized the fundamental right to autonomy in reproductive decision-making, allowing a 16-year-old survivor to terminate her pregnancy beyond the legally specified timeframe, considering her well-being and future care for the child if the fetus survived.
Justice BV Nagarathna criticized demonetization at the Courts and the Constitution Conference, citing lack of proper decision-making and negligible impact on black money. She emphasized the disproportionate impact on the public, with 98% of demonetized currency returning to the RBI. She also highlighted the judiciary’s role in ensuring a relevant Constitution.
