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#LGBTQ
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This Constitution Day, Consider the Queer Dalit
https://thewire.in/rights/queer-dalit-constitution-day-delhi-pride
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This Constitution Day, Consider the Queer Dalit
https://thewire.in/rights/queer-dalit-constitution-day-delhi-pride
The Wire
This Constitution Day, Consider the Queer Dalit
Alongside visibility of the more dominant and privileged segments of queer people at Pride, there has to be more consciousness-raising for a wider range of rainbow colours and a queerness of Dalit people.
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How the founding women recognised Constitution could be an agent of social change.
In the same, the Women’s Reservation Bill could pave the way for women’s empowerment
https://indianexpress.com/article/opinion/columns/india-constitution-founding-women-9043043/
How the founding women recognised Constitution could be an agent of social change.
In the same, the Women’s Reservation Bill could pave the way for women’s empowerment
https://indianexpress.com/article/opinion/columns/india-constitution-founding-women-9043043/
The Indian Express
The missing story in the making of the Constitution: How the founding women made it a just document
The founding women recognised how Constitution could be an agent of social change. In the same, the Women’s Reservation Bill could pave the way for women’s empowerment
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#women_empowerment
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Women’s political empowerment — more talk, less action
https://www.thehindu.com/opinion/op-ed/womens-political-empowerment-more-talk-less-action/article67588091.ece
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Women’s political empowerment — more talk, less action
https://www.thehindu.com/opinion/op-ed/womens-political-empowerment-more-talk-less-action/article67588091.ece
The Hindu
Women’s political empowerment — more talk, less action
The patterns of ticket distribution in the Assembly elections do not indicate the same commitment for women’s political empowerment as seen in Parliament.
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No, one Centre of Excellence in Transgender Care is not enough
https://indianexpress.com/article/opinion/editorials/aiims-transgender-care-centre-conversion-therapy-unscientific-practices-9054488/
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No, one Centre of Excellence in Transgender Care is not enough
https://indianexpress.com/article/opinion/editorials/aiims-transgender-care-centre-conversion-therapy-unscientific-practices-9054488/
The Indian Express
No, one Centre of Excellence in Transgender Care is not enough
Transgender people are legally guaranteed equal access to healthcare. Yet, it is denied.
#gender_inequality
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#Social_reforms
Gender sensitisation and the courtroom: Steps taken, but miles to go
https://theleaflet.in/gender-sensitisation-and-the-courtroom-steps-taken-but-miles-to-go/
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#Social_reforms
Gender sensitisation and the courtroom: Steps taken, but miles to go
https://theleaflet.in/gender-sensitisation-and-the-courtroom-steps-taken-but-miles-to-go/
The Leaflet
Gender sensitisation and the courtroom: Steps taken, but miles to go – The Leaflet
The Supreme Court of India has taken many steps to ensure a more equitable gender regime in the judiciary. While it must be commended for these positive steps, much more needs to be done, writes Mahalakshmi Pavani. — “Gender equality includes protection from…
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#child_marriage
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Minor marriage haunts modern India
* One in five girls and nearly one in six boys in India are still married below the legal age.
https://www.dailypioneer.com/2023/pioneer-exclusive/minor-marriage-haunts-modern-india.html
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Minor marriage haunts modern India
* One in five girls and nearly one in six boys in India are still married below the legal age.
https://www.dailypioneer.com/2023/pioneer-exclusive/minor-marriage-haunts-modern-india.html
The Pioneer
Minor marriage haunts modern India
After witnessing a decline in child marriage in India from 2006 to 2016, there is evidence of stagnation since then, as one in five girls and nearly one in six boys in India are still married below the legal age, with some States reporting a significant increase…
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#tribal_issues
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An uphill struggle to grow the Forest Rights Act
https://www.thehindu.com/opinion/lead/an-uphill-struggle-to-grow-the-forest-rights-act/article67648241.ece
#tribal_issues
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An uphill struggle to grow the Forest Rights Act
https://www.thehindu.com/opinion/lead/an-uphill-struggle-to-grow-the-forest-rights-act/article67648241.ece
The Hindu
An uphill struggle to grow the Forest Rights Act
The biggest lacuna in the Scheduled Tribes and Other Traditional Forest Dwellers (Recognition of Forest Rights) Act implementation is the incomplete recognition of community rights to manage forests
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Elimination of child labour a distant goal, country needs uniform definition of ‘child’ first:
https://indianexpress.com/article/india/elimination-child-labour-distant-goal-parliamentary-panel-9076536/
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Elimination of child labour a distant goal, country needs uniform definition of ‘child’ first:
https://indianexpress.com/article/india/elimination-child-labour-distant-goal-parliamentary-panel-9076536/
The Indian Express
Elimination of child labour a distant goal, country needs uniform definition of ‘child’ first: Parliamentary panel
The amendment made to the Act in 2016 defines the child falling in the age group of (14-18) years.
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Women's political empowerment will enhance governance and boost the economy
https://www.livemint.com/opinion/online-views/womens-political-empowerment-will-enhance-governance-and-boost-the-economy-11706011557096.html
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Women's political empowerment will enhance governance and boost the economy
https://www.livemint.com/opinion/online-views/womens-political-empowerment-will-enhance-governance-and-boost-the-economy-11706011557096.html
mint
Women's political empowerment will enhance governance and boost the economy
Gender equality in politics will not only ensure fair play and accountability, but support the economy too. Women must pitch in more as voters, poll workers, candidates and lawmakers.
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Ban on polygamy, child marriage': Features of Uttarakhand's Uniform Civil Code bill
https://www.indiatoday.in/law/story/uniform-civil-code-bill-passes-uttarakhand-cabinet-key-features-pushkar-singh-dhami-2497570-2024-02-04
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Ban on polygamy, child marriage': Features of Uttarakhand's Uniform Civil Code bill
https://www.indiatoday.in/law/story/uniform-civil-code-bill-passes-uttarakhand-cabinet-key-features-pushkar-singh-dhami-2497570-2024-02-04
India Today
'Ban on polygamy, child marriage': Features of Uttarakhand's Uniform Civil Code bill
The Uniform Civil Code (UCC) bill is aimed at establishing uniformity in civil laws and slated to be presented in the Uttarakhand Assembly on February 6 (Tuesday).
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#gender_disadvantage
Coerced pregnancies and forceful state oversight of termination benefit neither the pregnant person nor the child
https://indianexpress.com/article/opinion/columns/abortion-supreme-court-government-have-failed-women-9145065/
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#gender_disadvantage
Coerced pregnancies and forceful state oversight of termination benefit neither the pregnant person nor the child
https://indianexpress.com/article/opinion/columns/abortion-supreme-court-government-have-failed-women-9145065/
The Indian Express
On abortion, Supreme Court and government have failed women
Coerced pregnancies and forceful state oversight of termination benefit neither the pregnant person nor the child
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Is a truly uniform civil code possible in India?
https://www.livemint.com/opinion/online-views/is-a-truly-uniform-civil-code-possible-in-india-11707321216239.html
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Is a truly uniform civil code possible in India?
https://www.livemint.com/opinion/online-views/is-a-truly-uniform-civil-code-possible-in-india-11707321216239.html
mint
Is a truly uniform civil code possible in India?
Uttarakhand’s UCC proposal does aim at gender justice in family matters, but falls short on uniformity. The worry is that its live-in rules intrude in conjugal relations, its prism is heteronormative and it bears too political an imprint.
#gender_inequality
#gender_pay_gap
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A global alliance to bridge the gender equity gap
https://www.thehindu.com/opinion/op-ed/a-global-alliance-to-bridge-the-gender-equity-gap/article67838843.ece
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A global alliance to bridge the gender equity gap
https://www.thehindu.com/opinion/op-ed/a-global-alliance-to-bridge-the-gender-equity-gap/article67838843.ece
The Hindu
A global alliance to bridge the gender equity gap
The Alliance for Global Good – Gender Equity and Equality is poised to be a force to reckon with on all gender-related issues
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#reproductive_rights
Why were the surrogacy rules modified?
https://www.thehindu.com/news/national/why-were-the-surrogacy-rules-modified-explained/article67885927.ece
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Why were the surrogacy rules modified?
https://www.thehindu.com/news/national/why-were-the-surrogacy-rules-modified-explained/article67885927.ece
The Hindu
Why were the surrogacy rules modified? | Explained
Union government allows married couples with medical complications to use donor gametes for surrogacy, revoking previous ban.
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#stratification_and_mobility
#inequality_exclusion
What is India’s disability law; how accessible are govt buildings to PwD?
https://indianexpress.com/article/explained/explained-law/india-disability-law-accessible-government-buildings-pwd-9195391/
#stratification_and_mobility
#inequality_exclusion
What is India’s disability law; how accessible are govt buildings to PwD?
https://indianexpress.com/article/explained/explained-law/india-disability-law-accessible-government-buildings-pwd-9195391/
The Indian Express
What is India’s disability law; how accessible are govt buildings to PwD?
Seven years after the Rights of Persons with Disabilities Act, 2016 came into being, one of its main aims — making public buildings accessible to persons with disabilities — remains unfulfilled.
#family_and_marriage
#reproductive_rights
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SC allows abortion of 30-week foetus: What is the law on abortions, and what does the court consider?
*MTP Act
https://indianexpress.com/article/explained/explained-law/sc-allows-abortion-30-week-foetus-law-9284545/
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SC allows abortion of 30-week foetus: What is the law on abortions, and what does the court consider?
*MTP Act
https://indianexpress.com/article/explained/explained-law/sc-allows-abortion-30-week-foetus-law-9284545/
The Indian Express
SC allows abortion of 30-week foetus: What is the law on abortions, and what does the court consider?
Late abortions have been allowed in certain cases in the past, and refused in others. While India's MTP Act is considered liberal and pro-choice, frequent cases of women approaching the court late in their pregnancies appear to suggest a legislative gap.
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#gender_inequality
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Recognise ‘this leave’ as a woman’s right
A more pronounced stand by political parties on the issue of menstrual leave will boos
t women’s rights and gender equality
https://www.thehindu.com/opinion/op-ed/recognise-this-leave-as-a-womans-right/article68132841.ece
#gender_inequality
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Recognise ‘this leave’ as a woman’s right
A more pronounced stand by political parties on the issue of menstrual leave will boos
t women’s rights and gender equality
https://www.thehindu.com/opinion/op-ed/recognise-this-leave-as-a-womans-right/article68132841.ece
The Hindu
Recognise ‘this leave’ as a woman’s right
Many Asian countries have ended the prejudices and stereotypes around menstruation using legislation, which India must emulate
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#inequality_exclusion
How Accessible Is The Electoral Process For PWDs?
https://feminisminindia.com/2024/05/06/lok-sabha-2024-how-accessible-is-the-electoral-process-for-pwds/
#inequality_exclusion
How Accessible Is The Electoral Process For PWDs?
https://feminisminindia.com/2024/05/06/lok-sabha-2024-how-accessible-is-the-electoral-process-for-pwds/
Feminism in India
Lok Sabha 2024: How Accessible Is The Electoral Process For PWDs?
The electoral procedure is still under question regarding being accessible and inclusive to all, especially for PwDs who are often excluded from this practice.
#gender_inequality
#sexual_minorities
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According to SC, it is ‘pregnant persons’
https://indianexpress.com/article/opinion/editorials/according-to-sc-it-is-pregnant-persons-9314855/
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According to SC, it is ‘pregnant persons’
https://indianexpress.com/article/opinion/editorials/according-to-sc-it-is-pregnant-persons-9314855/
The Indian Express
According to SC, it is ‘pregnant persons’
In a country where gender rights, including, especially, LGBTQIA+ rights, have had a chequered trajectory, this is a welcome acknowledgement of the need for gender justice.
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#sexual_minorities
#gender_inequality
New Criminal Code Fails To Address Same-Sex And Transgender Sexual Violence
https://www.outlookindia.com/national/castaway-new-criminal-code-fails-to-address-same-sex-and-transgender-sexual-violence
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#gender_inequality
New Criminal Code Fails To Address Same-Sex And Transgender Sexual Violence
https://www.outlookindia.com/national/castaway-new-criminal-code-fails-to-address-same-sex-and-transgender-sexual-violence
Outlook India
Castaway:New Criminal Code Fails To Address Same-Sex And Transgender Sexual Violence
The new criminal code offers no legal protection to the LGBT+ community from sexual violence