#maternal rights

The Madhya Pradesh High Court has ruled that denying a government employee’s transfer request due to her need for IVF-related medical care violates her right to life and personal autonomy under Article 21. This sets a precedent that administrative discretion must accommodate reproductive healthcare needs, not just general childcare, when evaluating transfer petitions for female employees undergoing assisted reproduction.

The Allahabad High Court awarded custody of a 2.5-year-old child to his mother despite her involvement in a pending murder case, emphasizing that tender age and maternal care outweigh unproven criminal allegations. This reinforces that custody decisions must prioritize the child’s welfare over speculative charges, setting a critical precedent for mothers facing similar legal scrutiny.