Kerala High Court Questions Effect of New Transgender Law on Those Undergoing Treatment

The Kerala High Court is hearing pleas challenging the constitutional validity of the Transgender Persons (Protection of Rights) Amendment Act, 2026.

During the hearing, the Court questioned whether the amended law could adversely affect individuals already undergoing hormone therapy.

The petitions argue that the amendment narrows the definition of “transgender person” and excludes those identifying based on self-perceived gender without medical intervention, leading to denial of legal recognition and access to healthcare and services.

The Court noted the presumption of constitutionality of laws and indicated that instead of staying the Act, individual relief may be considered.