Merely Because Either Parent Is Non-Tribal, Child Cannot Be Denied Scheduled Tribe Certificate: Calcutta High Court

The Calcutta High Court ruled that merely because either parent is non-tribal, a child cannot be denied a Scheduled Tribe certificate. This decision protects the rights and identity of children belonging to tribal communities. The ruling emphasizes that tribal status is determined by lineage and community recognition, not solely by the parents' individual status. This ensures that genuine members of Scheduled Tribes are not disenfranchised.