Writtings
The law of the book and the law in action
The Right of Persons with Disability Act (RPwD Act, 2016) was enacted in 2016 to give effect to
the United Nations Convention on the Rights of Persons with Disabilities (UNCRPD). It repealed
the earlier legislation, Persons with Disabilities (Equal Opportunities, Protection of Rights and
Full Participation) Act, 1995. India’s disability law stands as a beacon of progress, embracing a
broad and inclusive perspective on disability. It boldly places responsibilities on both public and
private sectors, reflecting a commitment to equality. Yet, nearly eight years since its enactment, the law’s promise remains largely unfulfilled, hindered by slow and uneven implementation.
Just Rights for Children Alliance and Anr. v. Harish and Ors. and the discussion on Child Sexual Abuse
In a landmark judgment, the Supreme Court discusses the profound impact of child pornography and abuse on children.
Empowering the visually impaired: The urgent need for braille-embossed pharmaceutical packaging in India
In India, writ petition has been filed in the case of Medhansh Soni v. Union of India (W.P. (C) 000516/2024) before Supreme Court where notice has been issued and issue regarding braille in medicines and other pharma products has been considered by the Surpeme Court.
Seema Girija Lal v. Union of India – Implementation and Enforcement of the Rights of Persons with Disabilities Act, 2016
Recently, while hearing the writ petition in the case of Seema Girija Lal v. Union of India, the Supreme Court expressed its displeasure over the dismal implementation of the Rights of Persons with Disabilities Act (RPwD), 2016.
Supreme Court lays down guidelines for the portrayal of Persons with Disabilities in films and visual media
In a landmark Judgment, the Supreme Court has laid down the guidelines for the creators to follow on the portrayal of persons with disabilities (PwD) in the visual media.
Rights Of Persons With Disability In Private Sector
The directive for the States to make provisions for securing the right to work for Persons with Disabilities (PwDs) is enshrined in Article 41 of the Constitution of India.In line with this, section 41 of the now repealed Persons with Disabilities (Equal Opportunities, Protection of Rights and Full Participation) Act, 1995