Adoption Deed Relates Back To Adoption', Supreme Court Expresses Prima Facie View; Asks To Consider Application For Inter-Country Adoption

The Supreme Court expressed a prima facie view that an adoption deed relates back to the date of adoption in the case of inter-country adoption. The court reviewed the legal aspects of adoption and highlighted the importance of recognizing the adoption as an ongoing legal relationship, regardless of the formal deed. The judgment has implications for inter-country adoptions, as it seeks to establish a clearer framework for recognizing and legitimizing such adoptions within Indian law. The decision reflects the court’s approach to safeguarding the rights of adopted children in international adoptions.