Mother Is Best Judge To Decide Interest Of Growing Baby: Karnataka HC Directs NIMHANS To Consider Giving Nurse 120 Day Child Care Leave

The Karnataka High Court ruled on the denial of 120 days of child care leave to a nurse working at NIMHANS. The nurse had requested the leave under the Civil Services Leave Rules, which allow such leave for employees to care for a child. The Court found that the refusal of the leave was unjustified and ordered that the leave be granted. This decision highlights the importance of providing statutory benefits to employees and upholding their rights under the rules. The ruling is seen as a step toward ensuring better work-life balance and child care support for women in the public sector, reinforcing employee welfare provisions.