Supreme Court Examines Petition to Ban Female Genital Mutilation in India

Nov 29, 2025 08:59 am CST

The Supreme Court of India has issued notices to the Centre regarding a petition to ban female genital mutilation, particularly prevalent in the Dawoodi Bohra community. Filed by NGO Chetna Welfare Society, the petition argues that FGM violates children's rights and poses serious health risks despite lacking specific legislation prohibiting the practice in India.