The Rights of Persons with Disabilities Act, 2016.

The Rights of Persons with Disabilities Act, 2016 was enacted by the Parliament of India with the aim of protecting and enhancing the rights and entitlements of persons with disabilities. The Act replaces the Persons with Disabilities (Equal Opportunities, Protection of Rights and Full Participation) Act, 1995, and provides for a wider definition of disabilities and greater inclusiveness in society. The Act mandates that persons with disabilities have the right to equality, non-discrimination, access to education, employment, healthcare, and social security, among others. The Act also provides for the establishment of a National Commission for Persons with Disabilities and State Disability Rights Commissions. It further defines specific duties and responsibilities of the government and private sector towards persons with disabilities, and provides for penalties for non-compliance.