Can you tell me about the rules for getting maternity leave in India? Are these rules the same across the whole country? And is there a minimum number of employees a company needs to have to offer this leave?

In India, the Maternity Benefit Act, 1961 mandates 26 weeks of paid maternity leave for women. These rules apply to all establishments employing 10 or more workers, regardless of location. However, some states offer additional leave benefits.