SC Asks States, UTs to Allocate Funds to Build Bar Rooms, Washrooms for Women Advocates
The bench said courts must provide exclusive women’s bar rooms and washrooms, citing a plea over unequal access for women lawyers.
10 Articles
10 Articles
Supreme Court asks States, UTs to allocate funds to build bar rooms, washrooms for women advocates
A Bench comprising Chief Justice of India Surya Kant and Justices Joymalya Bagchi and V Mohana disapproved of the lack of ladies' bar rooms and said facilities should be provided to women advocates regardless of their numbers.
SC asks states, UTs to allocate funds to build bar rooms, washrooms for women advocates - The Tribune
The Supreme Court on Monday directed all states and Union Territories to allocate funds to build bar rooms, washrooms and other basic amenities for women advocates in district and taluk courts.
Supreme Court orders funds for women advocates' facilities in lower courts
The Supreme Court directed states and Union Territories to fund dedicated facilities for women advocates. The mandate reinforces safety, accessibility and equality for women across the legal profession.
Greater Kashmir
SC asks states, UTs to allocate funds to build bar rooms, washrooms for women advocates
New Delhi, Oct 26: The Supreme Court on Monday directed all states and Union Territories to allocate funds to build bar rooms, washrooms and other basic amenities for women advocates in district and taluk courts. A bench comprising Chief Justice of India Surya Kant and Justices Joymalya Bagchi and V Mohana disapproved of the lack of ladies' bar rooms and said facilities should be provided to women advocates regardless of their numbers. "If there…
The Supreme Court has taken a strong stance on the lack of basic facilities for women lawyers in courts across the country. The Chief Justice of India (CJI) has issued strict instructions to all states, union territories, and high courts to prioritize the construction of separate bar rooms and washrooms for women in district, subdivision, and taluka courts.
The Supreme Court has ordered state governments to provide separate restrooms and toilets for women lawyers in district courts.
Coverage Details
Bias Distribution
- 72% of the sources lean Right
Factuality
To view factuality data please Upgrade to Premium
