SUPREME COURT Terms Detention of Woman by Parents Illegal, Expresses Anguish Over HC Proceedings

The Supreme Court of India has ordered the immediate release of a 25-year-old woman who was illegally detained by her parents in Bengaluru to prevent her from pursuing a relationship and career in Dubai. The court emphasized the woman’s right to make her own decisions and criticized the Karnataka High Court for mishandling the case, ordering compliance with its directions by January 22.