SC issues show cause notice to govt in response to a PIL filed seeking implementation of disability-friendly reproductive health services

Summary

The Supreme Court has issued a show cause notice to the government following a public interest petition seeking full implementation of the Disability-Friendly Reproductive Health and Safe Motherhood Services Directive.

Key Points
  • The Supreme Court issued a show cause notice to the government in response to a public interest petition.
  • The petition demands full implementation of the Disability-Friendly Reproductive Health and Safe Motherhood Services Directive, 2022.
  • The directive was introduced to ensure women with disabilities receive equal and accessible reproductive health and safe motherhood services.
  • The government has not effectively implemented the directive so far, prompting judicial action.
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