Supreme Court Rules on Social Security Code and Recommendations for Paternity Leave

Quick Brief
The Supreme Court has taken key decisions regarding parental leave regulations in India. The court struck down a specific provision of the Social Security Code, 2020, and addressed policies concerning adoptive and paternity leave.
What Happened?
The Supreme Court struck down Section 60(4) of the Social Security Code, 2020. During the proceedings, the court also addressed regulations surrounding paid maternity leave for adoptive mothers and issued recommendations for the Union government concerning paternity leave.
Why It Matters
The ruling directly impacts labor laws, employee benefits, and parental rights under India's Social Security Code, reshaping how maternity and paternity provisions are structured and implemented for working parents.
Key Facts
- The Supreme Court struck down Section 60(4) of the Social Security Code, 2020.
- The court addressed provisions regarding paid maternity leave for adoptive mothers.
- Recommendations were issued to the Union government regarding paternity leave.
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