Uttarakhand HC directs state govt to provide reservation to transgenders in educational institutions, public appointments

The Uttarakhand High Court has directed the state government to provide reservation to transgenders in educational institutions and public appointments.

The court yesterday said, transgenders lead a miserable life and are often treated unfairly. Observing that they



have the right to a life of dignity, the court gave the state government six months time to implement the decision.

The order came on a petition filed by two members of the community seeking protection to their lives and liberty.