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Ritika Prasad Vs Guru Gobind Singh Indraprastha University (Delhi High Court)
Introduction: The recent judgment by the Delhi High Court in the case of Ritika Prasad Vs Guru Gobind Singh Indraprastha University challenges the practice of mentioning only the father’s name on educational certificates. This article delves into the details of the case, the court’s analysis, and the implications of this landmark decision.
Detailed Analysis: The petitioner, Ritika Prasad, raised a significant issue concerning gender equality and personal identification. She argued that her educational degree, which reflected only her father’s name, failed to recognize her mother’s contribution. Drawing from precedents like Jigya Yadav v. CBSE and U.O.I. v. Annie Nagaraja, Prasad emphasized the importance of acknowledging both parents’ names.
The judgment cited by the court highlighted the battle for gender equality, rejecting stereotypes and emphasizing equal opportunities for women. It underscored the constitutional entitlement to dignity and fair treatment, irrespective of gender. The court echoed these sentiments, recognizing the need to move past archaic gender distinctions.
Acknowledging the progressive circular by the University Grants Commission (UGC) in 2014, the court mandated the inclusion of both parents’ names on educational certificates. It emphasized the importance of equality of recognition, asserting that denying this right was reminiscent of outdated gender norms.
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