Justice B.V. Nagarathna expressed concerns that delimitation based on population could diminish parliamentary representation for southern states, which are experiencing declining family sizes. During a hearing on surrogacy, she questioned the necessity for couples seeking to expand their families after natural conception, emphasizing personal choice and suggesting High Court alternatives.
NEW DELHI: Today, 9th May: The Supreme Court of India heard a writ petition filed by a group of parents seeking permission to opt for surrogacy after multiple failed IVF treatments. The matter came up before a bench comprising Justice B.V. Nagarathna and Justice S.C. Sharma.
On Thursday, Supreme Court of India has upheld Rajasthan’s two-child policy for public employment, stating it is non-discriminatory and constitutional. This ruling, involving ex-serviceman Ramji Lal Jat, rejected his constable application under Rule 24(4) of the Rajasthan Police Subordinate Service Rules, 1989, emphasizing the promotion of family planning.
