Birth Registration Cannot Be Denied to Children from Invalid Marriages: Himachal Pradesh High Court

The Himachal Pradesh High Court has made a landmark ruling affirming that children born from unregistered or legally invalid marriages cannot be denied their birth registration rights. This significant judgment, delivered by Justice Jyotsna Rewal Dua, highlights the importance of protecting the rights of children regardless of the legal status of their parents' relationship. Case Background The case arose when a woman approached the court on behalf of her three…