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HRLN publishes new book on Sterilization titled ‘Mistreatment and Coercion: Unethical Sterilization in India’


HRLN publishes new book on unethical sterilization practices that continue to exist in India. This book is a result of the various fact findings done by the social activists, researchers and lawyers. It includes cases filed and case studies related to this issue. ..... Read More

Report of ‘Symposium on legal support for accessing Transgender Rights’ held on 14th Feb, 2018


Human Rights Law Network (HRLN) organised a consultation to discuss the legal support needed for accessing transgender rights on 14th of February 2018 at its office in New Delhi. The symposium was a part of HRLN’s ongoing initiative to advance rights of LGBTQ persons in the country. Read the ..... Read More

Oxytocin sale, production ban suspended by Delhi High Court till October, 2018


Delhi High Court lifts the ban or the complete prohibition of domestic sales of Oxytocin till October,2018. According to a notification issued by the Central Government, KAPL was liscensed to produce Oxytocin. However, they were unable to cater adequately to the demands. The High Court order has suspended the ..... Read More

Orders District authorities to be more vigilant, officials should be more sensitized: High Court of Patna on the PIL filed on Child marriage


The writ petition on the rising number of child marriages was filed in the year 2015.From time to time orders have been passed and, finally the counter affidavit was filed by the respondents on 4th of July, 2018. The final order on the case is attached below.   [gview ..... Read More

HRLN receives positive order regarding implementation of ICDS in Hajipur, Bihar


Attached below is the order received by HRLN regarding implementation of Integrated Child Develpment Scheme in the Anganwadi Centre in Hajipur, Bihar.   ..... Read More