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Focus Areas
CLPR has been shaping the discourse of disability law in India through its research and litigation.
Read MoreSince 2015 we have engaged in path breaking litigation and law and policy research that shapes the field of transgender rights in India.
Read MoreOur core focus in combating discrimination on the basis of disability, sex, gender identity and caste has resulted in high impact litigation and in depth, insightful social science research on intersectionality.
Read MoreImpact
Dr. Trinetra Haldar Gummaraju Vs. State of Karnataka & Ors.
The Petitioner has filed the public interest litigation (PIL)- W.P No. 19706 of 2021 to address the lack of inclusive and safe accommodation for transgender students in higher educational institutions.
Read MoreThe Need for a Law on Honour Crimes
Last month, a Special Court at Madurai convicted 10 of committing an honour crime in Tamil Nadu. The verdict led to renewed demands for a separate legislation that targets the heinous acts known as ‘honour killings’. This piece outlines the current legal framework for dealing with such acts and how a targeted law will be better equipped to ensure their deterrence.
Read MoreThe Freedom of Marriage and Association and Prohibition of Honour Crimes Bill, 2022: A Draft Legislation for Tackling Crimes in the Name of ‘Honour’ and Protecting Individual Liberty
The Freedom of Marriage and Association and Prohibition of Honour Crimes Bill 2022 is a A Draft Legislation prepared by CLPR for Tackling Crimes in the Name of ‘Honour’ and Protecting Individual Liberty. It provides the legal framework to prevent, investigate and adjudicate crimes in the name of ‘honour’.
Read MoreTrans Law Cell
5-6 pmEvery Tuesday
CLPR hosts weekly drop in sessions for members of the transgender and sexual minority community.
CLPR lawyers are available to answer your legal queries or questions, to provide legal advice and to assist with litigation.
No prior appointment or registration is required.
No fees will be charged for this service.
News & Media
Transgender Rights
Karnataka High Court seeks State govt response on plea seeking separate hostels for Transgender students in educational institutions
Bar and Bench
March 24, 2022
Transgender Rights
Transgender persons should be given separate reservation, not clubbed with women's reservation: Madras High Court
Bar and Bench
March 23, 2022
Events
Discrimination & Intersectionality
Consultation on The Freedom of Marriage and Association and Prohibition of Honour Crimes Bill, 2022
9 AM - 5 PM
16May 2022
16April 2022