The Supreme Court of India has ruled that menstrual hygiene is part of the right to life under Article 21 and should be treated as a shared responsibility of men and women. The Court stressed that open discussion on menstruation in schools with both boys and girls is essential to end stigma and ensure dignity for girl students.
Tamil Nadu has approached the Supreme Court, alleging that the Central government is unlawfully withholding Rs.2,291.30 crore in education funds to coerce compliance with the disputed National Education Policy 2020. The state argues this practice violates constitutional rights and federalism, demanding immediate fund release under the Samagra Shiksha Scheme.
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Today (15th April): The Supreme Court has sought clarification from the Uttar Pradesh Government regarding the case of a teacher allegedly instigating students to slap a Muslim classmate. The court also emphasized the need for quality counseling for the affected students and raised concerns about the government’s response. The incident falls under the Right to Education Act, which ensures free and compulsory education for children aged 6 to 14 in India.
Karnataka High Court on Monday has reserved its judgment regarding the state government’s appeal to conduct board examinations for students in classes 5, 8, 9, and 11. The Karnataka High Court on Monday has reserved its judgment regarding the state government’s appeal to conduct board examinations for students in classes 5, 8, 9, and 11. […]
A review petition has been filed in the Supreme Court, seeking a reevaluation of its earlier decision not to compel the Delhi Lieutenant Governor to either approve or return the Delhi School Education (Amendment) Bill, 2015. This bill, aimed at banning the screening of children for nursery admissions, has been a subject of contention and […]
Supreme Court Questions Inclusion of Orphans in Right to Education Act’s Quota On September 15, 2023, the Supreme Court of India raised a pertinent question regarding the Right to Education Act, 2009. The apex court sought clarity from both the Union Government and all State Governments on whether the term “child belonging to disadvantaged groups,” […]