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Q1: Who is now eligible for maternity benefits under the new ruling?
All adoptive mothers are now eligible for benefits, regardless of the age of the child at the time of adoption, as the previous three-month restriction has been struck down.
Q2: Why did the Supreme Court strike down the previous provision?
The court found that restricting benefits based on the child's age was arbitrary and violated the right to equality under Article 14 of the Constitution.
Q3: What is the status of paternity leave in India following this judgement?
While not yet a law, the Supreme Court has strongly urged the Central Government to create provisions recognizing paternity leave as a social security benefit.
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