On May 1, 2024, the Rajasthan High Court issued a significant directive emphasizing the state’s obligation to uphold the fundamental right to education for girls. The court observed that societal expectations often compel girls to prioritize household responsibilities and marriage over education. This underscores the state’s duty to ensure that girls are not denied their right to education due to such societal pressures .

In a related development, the Rajasthan High Court also addressed the issue of child marriages. The court directed the state government to take proactive measures to prevent child marriages and held village heads and panchayat members accountable if such marriages were solemnized. This directive came ahead of the Akshay Tritiya festival, a time when many child marriages are traditionally conducted in Rajasthan .

These rulings reflect the Rajasthan High Court’s commitment to protecting the rights of girls and ensuring that they have access to education without being subjected to societal constraints.

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