Child Adoption Leave' A Fundamental Right Of Adoptive Mothers Under Article 21: Chhattisgarh High Court

The Chhattisgarh High Court declared child adoption leave a fundamental right under Article 21, mandating equal leave benefits for adoptive and biological parents. Justice Parth Prateem Sahu held that discriminating against adoptive parents violates constitutional guarantees of equality and dignity. The judgment directed state authorities to implement uniform leave policies within three months. This landmark ruling recognizes modern family structures and promotes child welfare in adoption processes. The case was filed by a government employee denied adoption leave granted to biological parents. The decision impacts workplace policies nationwide, requiring employers to provide equivalent leave for adoptive parents. Child rights activists hail this as removing systemic biases against adopted children and their parents.