In May 2026, what did the Supreme Court do at the initial hearing of challenges to the Transgender Persons (Protection of Rights) Amendment Act?
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In May 2026, what did the Supreme Court do at the initial hearing of challenges to the Transgender Persons (Protection of Rights) Amendment Act?
- Stayed the Act nationwide pending judgment
- Struck down the Act in a final judgment
- Issued notice and declined interim relief
- Dismissed the challenges without issuing notice
Answer and explanation
Correct answer: C - Issued notice and declined interim relief
On 4 May 2026, the Court issued notice on the challenges, referred the matter to a three-judge Bench, and declined interim relief, noting that the Amendment Act had not yet been notified into force.
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