The Transgender Persons (Protection of Rights) Act, 2019. · V — OBLIGATION OF ESTABLISHMENTS AND OTHER PERSONS

Section 12. Right of residence

In force · As amended up to 2026-08

12. Right of residence.— (1) No child shall be separated from parents or immediate family on the ground of being a transgender, except on an order of a competent court, in the interest of such child. - (2) Every transgender person shall have— - (a) a right to reside in the household where parent or immediate family members reside; - (b) a right not to be excluded from such household or any part thereof; and (c) a right to enjoy and use the facilities of such household in a non-discriminatory manner. (3) Where any parent or a member of his immediate family is unable to take care of a transgender, the competent court shall by an order direct such person to be placed in rehabilitation centre.

Source: India Code