The Supreme Court has referred a PIL seeking legal protection for intersex children and inclusion in the Census to a three-judge Bench. The plea highlights non-consensual medical procedures and calls for clear rights and policies for intersex minors.
The Karnataka High Court ordered that birth and death certificates be changed to match a person’s gender identity if they present a valid transgender certificate. The court instructed the registrar of births and deaths to update these details in official records. This decision highlights the importance of recognizing and respecting transgender identities in official documents. It shows the court’s dedication to protecting the rights of transgender individuals.
