Karnataka High Court Directs Companies to Grant Menstrual Leave to Female Employees
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- 26 Mar 2025 --
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In a landmark judgment, the Karnataka High Court has directed companies operating in the state to implement mandatory menstrual leave policies for female employees, setting a new precedent in Indian labor law.
The Case That Sparked the Ruling
📌 A Bengaluru-based IT employee was denied paid leave during severe menstrual cramps, leading her to file a lawsuit citing gender discrimination in workplace policies.
📌 The court ruled in her favor, stating that denying menstrual leave violates Article 21 (Right to Life with Dignity) and Article 42 (just and humane working conditions).
The Key Takeaways from the Ruling:
✅ Two days of paid menstrual leave per month must be granted.
✅ No deduction from existing leave balance—this leave should be independent of sick leave.
✅ Companies must ensure non-discriminatory policies—no penalization or bias against women availing menstrual leave.
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