Jane Kaushik Judgment: A Paradigm Shift Towards Substantive Equality for Transgender Persons in India
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The Supreme Court’s judgment in Jane Kaushik v. Union of India (2025 INSC 1248) affirms the fundamental rights of transgender persons, emphasizing the need for proactive measures such as reasonable accommodation, sensitization, and effective grievance redressal. It highlights systemic legislative and administrative failures in implementing the 2019 Act, calling for accountability and comprehensive policy action. The ruling reinforces that equality and non-discrimination extend to private institutions, aligning domestic law with international standards through a transformative, intersectional framework. Ultimately, the judgment underscores the judiciary’s role in fostering substantive equality and social inclusion for transgender individuals.