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Article 226 | Minor’s Voluntary Consent Overrides Parental Custody Claims in Habeas Corpus Petition : Madurai HC
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Article 226 | Minor’s Voluntary Consent Overrides Parental Custody Claims in Habeas Corpus Petition : Madurai HC

Madurai Bench of Madras High Court ruled that a minor’s voluntary affirmation of her desire to return to parents and continue studies prevails over parental custody claims in habeas corpus proceedings, absent coercion. The court directed authorities to restrict contact with the minor except by her parents, reinforcing personal liberty under Article 21.