Allahabad High Court Upholds Women's Maternity Rights

The Allahabad High Court ruled that statutory maternity leave rights supersede conflicting handbook rules, allowing Manisha Yadav her second leave despite a disputed two-year gap policy. Justice Karunesh Singh Pawar emphasized that the Maternity Benefit Act, 1961, takes precedence, directing authorities to grant Yadav her requested leave.

Allahabad High Court Upholds Women's Maternity Rights
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The Allahabad High Court has made a landmark ruling affirming the supremacy of statutory maternity leave rights over conflicting handbook provisions.

Justice Karunesh Singh Pawar, addressing the petition of Manisha Yadav, stated that the Maternity Benefit Act, 1961, takes precedence over state-imposed rules that mandate a two-year interval between leaves.

The court's decision mandates the authorities to grant Yadav her requested leave, reinforcing legal protections for working mothers.

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