Mensuration Leave Policy and Indian Legal System

 

Introduction:  A program known as menstruation leave enables women to take time off work throughout their menstrual cycle. It is significant because a woman's capacity to work might be impacted by menstruation, which can be a painful and uncomfortable experience. Menstrual leave supports gender equality in the workplace and acknowledges the value of women's reproductive health. It also aids in lowering the stigma associated with menstruation and motivates businesses to offer women better working circumstances.

The importance of the same was highlighted when 

1. National Human Rights Commission vs. State of Arunachal Pradesh (2017)

In this instance, the state government should grant women who work for the government menstrual leave, according to the National Human Rights Commission's (NHRC) recommendation. The suggestion of the NHRC can be used to back up the claim that menstruation leave is a fundamental human right and ought to be made available by the government.

2. Anushree V. R. vs. Government of NCT of Delhi (2015): 

The Delhi High Court held that employers cannot discriminate against women who take time off for menstrual cramps and suffering since they have a legitimate reason to do so. The decision can be cited as evidence in favor of making menstruation leave a recognized type of leave in India. 

3. Kerala Women’s Commission vs. Cochin Devaswom Board (2018): In this case, Kerala 

The Cochin Devaswom Board was advised by the Women's Commission to grant menstrual leave to female employees who work in temples. The recommendation can be used to support the implementation of menstruation leave in places of worship and other workplaces where there may be a risk to women's health and safety.