Gender Equality

The Supreme Court's ruling recognizing married daughters as eligible for compassionate appointments marks a major step for gender equality. By striking down discriminatory service rules, the Court reaffirmed that constitutional rights cannot be limited by marital status.

The Sabarimala temple case women entry equality debate has re-emerged before a nine-judge bench of the Supreme Court, raising fundamental questions about the balance between religious freedom and constitutional rights. This editorial explores the legal, social, and philosophical tensions at the heart of the issue, offering a clear and compelling analysis of what is at stake for India’s democratic and pluralistic framework.

The Supreme Court rules on permanent commission women army officers India, holding that systemic bias in evaluation and opportunities violated equality, granting significant relief.

On Aug 11, 2025, the Supreme Court struck down the Army’s policy reserving more JAG branch posts for men than women, ruling it violated Articles 14 and 15. The court ordered a unified merit list, stating gender should not limit legal roles in the military. This landmark judgment reinforces meritocracy and gender neutrality in armed forces recruitment.