Japan's Supreme Court Rules Forced Sterilization Unconstitutional, Orders Compensation

The decision ends decades-long legal battles and mandates the government to pay damages to victims of the defunct eugenics law.

The court ruled that the 20-year statute of limitations does not apply to forced sterilization claims.
Around 25,000 people were sterilized under the eugenics law, 16,500 without consent.
The government has acknowledged the violation and previously offered a lump-sum payment to victims.
Many victims continue to seek higher compensation and justice for the severe impact on their lives.
The ruling is seen as a step towards addressing the historical injustices faced by people with disabilities.