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Menstrual Health a Fundamental Right: Supreme Court Ruling

19 February 20261 min read
NATIONAL AFFAIRSMenstrual Healtha FundamentalRight: SupremeCourt Ruling19 February 2026safalsetu.com

Why in the news

The Supreme Court ruled in January 2026 that menstrual health and hygiene (MHH) is a Fundamental Right.

Key facts

  • Case: Dr. Jaya Thakur v. Government of India & Ors.
  • Basis: Article 21, the Right to Life and Dignity.
  • Directions: free sanitary napkins in schools, proper MHM infrastructure, and monitoring of compliance by authorities.

Significance

  • Linking menstrual hygiene to Article 21 ties it to life with dignity.
  • Authorities must now monitor compliance in schools.

Exam angle

  • Article 21; MHH and MHM abbreviations.

Test yourself

1. Under which Article did the Supreme Court place menstrual health and hygiene as a Fundamental Right?

The Court recognised MHH under Article 21, the Right to Life and Dignity.

2. Which case recognised Menstrual Health and Hygiene as a Fundamental Right in January 2026?

The notes name Dr. Jaya Thakur v. Government of India & Ors.

3. What did the Supreme Court mandate for schools in the menstrual health ruling?

Free sanitary napkins in schools were mandated.

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