Times of India, SCOrder
The Supreme Court’s reminder to authorities that sex workers have rights too is a big victory. Fight for full legal status for sex work will continue
As the news of the May 19 Supreme Court order on sex workers’ rights began to trickle in, there was a mixed reaction. On the one hand, many felt that there was nothing new, most of these rights already exist for all citizens of India. On the other, the order was heartily welcomed by those deeply connected to the realities of sex workers lives and struggles. Each recommendation is significant.
Let’s make no mistake: these hard-fought victories are being celebrated across India.
Let’s make no mistake: these hard-fought victories are being celebrated across India.
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