#Human Rights Law

The Punjab & Haryana High Court has ruled that writ petitions alleging bonded labour must be treated as formal complaints under the Bonded Labour (Abolition) Act, 1976, compelling District Magistrates to conduct a mandatory inquiry within two weeks. This judgment reinforces the statutory duty of authorities to act promptly on allegations of forced labour, ensuring compliance with human rights protections.

Chhattisgarh High Court reinforces that under the Rights of Persons with Disabilities Act, 2016, only designated Medical Boards-not revenue officers-have the authority to assess or invalidate disability certificates. Retrospective invalidation based on subsequent medical tests violates natural justice and jurisdictional limits, protecting persons with disabilities from arbitrary administrative actions.

Madras High Court holds that failure to file counter before State Human Rights Commission amounts to tacit admission, validating compensation award for police brutality.