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Privacy Matters | Debating Mandatory Period Leaves | Smriti Irani's Perspective Privacy Matters | Debating Mandatory Period Leaves | Smriti Irani's Perspective Introduction : The Context of Mandatory Period Leaves :  In the midst of the ongoing debate about the necessity of mandatory period leaves for women, Union Minister Smriti Irani weighs in on the discussion.  She firmly stands by the perspective that while these leaves are a part of the law, they should fall under the context of medical leaves rather than being a separate mandate. Privacy Matters: Menstrual Cycle and Employer Knowledge :  Minister Irani raises a crucial point regarding a woman's privacy in the workplace. She questions why a woman's menstrual cycle should be disclosed to her employer if period leaves become a mandated policy.  She emphasizes the potential for discrimination and harassment that might arise if this information becomes a requisite part of the workplace record. Challenges in Impleme...