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Andhra Pradesh refuses to defend trans rights law changes

Published Sunday, September 27, 2026 · Updated September 27

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  • State Responses to Trans Rights Law — 1 source

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The Andhra Pradesh government has refused to defend the 2026 amendments to the Transgender Persons (Protection of Rights) Act before the Supreme Court, claiming no role in its enactment. In contrast, the Uttarakhand government has defended the changes, asserting their benefits. The Supreme Court is currently hearing challenges to these amendments.

What We Know — Key Points

  • The Andhra Pradesh government stated in an affidavit that it had no role in enacting the Transgender Persons (Protection of Rights) Act.
  • The Uttarakhand government, in contrast to Andhra Pradesh, defended the 2026 amendments to the Transgender Persons (Protection of Rights) Act, stating they are beneficial.
  • The Supreme Court is hearing challenges to the 2026 amendments to the Transgender Persons (Protection of Rights) Act.

What Is Claimed — Perspectives

State Responses to Trans Rights Law
  • The Hindu

    The Hindu reported on the differing positions of the Andhra Pradesh and Uttarakhand governments regarding the 2026 amendments to the Transgender Persons (Protection of Rights) Act, as the Supreme Court considers challenges to the law. Andhra Pradesh refused to defend the changes, while Uttarakhand supported them.

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