On Tuesday (17th July): A private complaint against PM Narendra Modi for alleged hate speech during the Lok Sabha campaign was dismissed by a Bengaluru court. The complaint, filed under various sections of the Indian Penal Code, claimed Modi aimed to divide the nation based on religion. The court ruled it did not warrant investigation.
The landmark decision by the Delhi High Court emphasized the value of personal relationships over legal technicalities, quashing a case against Arif Khan, who had eloped with a woman alleged to be a minor. The Court recognized the enduring support of Khan’s wife, their marriage, and their children as significant factors, underscoring the importance of considering human aspects in legal judgments.
