The Madhya Pradesh High Court, in a landmark ruling, emphasized that a fatherโs consent is not mandatory for renewing a minorโs passport if the mother, acting as the natural guardian, provides a valid declaration. The court clarified that such a process could only be hindered by a prohibitory order from a competent court. The judgment
No Need for Father’s Consent to Renew Child’s Passport if Mother Provides Declaration, Unless Court Prohibits: MP High Court
