Kerala HC Slams Family Court for Denying Mother's Custody Over Clothing, Dating

The Kerala High Court overturned a family court's custody decision, which denied a mother custody based on her clothing choices and dating app usage, labeling her as having "loose morals" without evidence.

The family court's reasoning was criticized for being misogynistic and rooted in outdated patriarchal views.

The High Court argued that clothing is a form of self-expression and should not be judged, emphasizing the need to avoid moral policing.

The High Court granted custody to the mother, considering the children's preference to live with her and condemning the family court's sexist conclusions.