August 10, 2026
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SC handbook lists terms to avoid to refer to persons with disabilities

by on September 29, 2024 0

The Supreme Court of India has unveiled a handbook to combat stereotypes about disabilities in legal contexts. Chief Justice Dhananjay Chandrachud highlighted the necessity of respectful language and improved data collection on children with disabilities. The handbook discourages derogatory terms and endorses a people-first approach when addressing persons with disabilities.

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