Kerala High Court Protects School Principal’s Entry After Dispute Over Churidar

The Kerala High Court directed police to ensure that a school principal could enter her institution after she was allegedly stopped for wearing a churidar.

Background

The principal challenged restrictions at a school in Kottarakkara, arguing that no lawful rule justified exclusion based on her clothing.

Legal issue

The Court considered whether an institution could impose a dress requirement without legal backing and prevent an employee from performing her duties.

Court’s approach

Justice P V Kunhikrishnan said a person’s clothing choice cannot be dictated without a valid legal basis for the dress code.

What follows

The police must facilitate lawful entry. The order does not prevent properly authorised and non-discriminatory dress rules.