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27th February 2023

Polity & Governance

Context:

Recently, the menstrual pain leave discussion has taken pace both in Parliament and the Supreme Court in a bid to achieve gender equality and address several roadblocks.

Towards Gender Equality:

Amendment in Maternity Benefits: In India, the Maternity Benefit Act that was enacted by Parliament in 1961 has been amended from the earlier 12 weeks to 26 weeks.
Policy for Menstrual pain leave: India’s forward going society now seeks to frame rules for granting menstrual pain leave for students and working women.
Sensitising for women health: One of the aspect in recent times is women health and well-being, which is now more pronounced by women openly.

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