The Madhya Pradesh High Court dismissed a husband’s demand for a medical examination to prove his wife’s alleged refusal to engage in sexual relations. The Court called it “nothing but invasion of privacy,” slamming down his virginity-test plea.
The Madhya Pradesh High Court has held that forced unnatural sex by a husband amounts to cruelty under Section 498A IPC, but it cannot be treated as rape under Section 376 or unnatural offence under Section 377 IPC.
Supreme Court Finalises Divorce, Orders Rs 50 Lakh Alimony to Judicial Officer and Advocate, noting that the husband’s position carries a heightened obligation. The Bench said this obligation is to ensure the wife’s fair dignified long-term security and protection.
Supreme Court cancels bail in a dowry death case, declaring that marriage is a sacred institution and not a commercial exchange. The bench criticised dowry practices, warning that material greed is destroying the purity of marital relationships today.
Delhi High Court ruled that making derogatory remarks to a spouse’s employer amounts to cruelty. The court upheld a divorce, stating marriage requires “mutual respect and adjustment.”
The Madhya Pradesh High Court ruled that forcing unnatural sex on a wife and assaulting her for resisting amounts to cruelty under Section 498A IPC. However, it does not fall under Section 376 or 377 IPC.
