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High CourtMaternity BenefitSocial Security Code 2020

Delhi High Court: Maternity Leave Cannot Result in Demotion or Loss of Career Prospects

Delhi High Court8 Sept 2026W.P.(C.) 14785/2024

The Delhi High Court held that a woman returning from maternity leave cannot be demoted or assigned an inferior role. She must be restored to her previous position or an equivalent role with comparable pay, responsibilities, authority and career prospects. The Court awarded ₹10 lakh compensation and ₹1.5 lakh costs.