The Jammu and Kashmir Elimination of Discrimination Against Persons Affected by Leprosy Act, 2026

The Jammu and Kashmir Elimination of Discrimination Against Persons Affected by Leprosy Act, 2026

This law in Jammu and Kashmir seeks to end discrimination against people affected by leprosy by amending several state statutes. It specifically removes the condition that disqualified individuals with contagious leprosy from being chosen as members of sacred shrine boards. Simultaneously, the Act repeals the Prevention of Beggary Act entirely and preserves the validity of all previous legal actions. The primary goal is to ensure that individuals with leprosy can access important social and religious roles without facing exclusion. By addressing these long-standing legal hurdles, the Act promotes greater social inclusion, respect, and equal rights for this vulnerable population.

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