The Supreme Court of India ruled that breakups in consensual relationships cannot be classified as rape, emphasizing that misuse of rape laws harms both the accused and the legal system. The court quashed a rape case, stating that mere promises of marriage do not justify criminal proceedings. The judgment aims to prevent unwarranted legal burdens.
The Supreme Court ruled that not all consensual relationships can be deemed rape based on a false promise to marry. This decision came while addressing a case involving a former judicial officer accused of rape. The court emphasized the need to prevent misuse of legal processes in failed relationships, terminating the ongoing criminal proceedings.
The Supreme Court dismissed a rape case against a man who was accused after a 16-year-long relationship. The court ruled that the case stemmed from a failed love affair rather than criminal intent. Emphasizing the need to differentiate between consent and allegations of coercion, the bench found no grounds for prosecution. The verdict highlights concerns over misuse of legal provisions in personal disputes.
Himachal Pradesh High Court granted bail to a man accused of deceiving a transgender person with false marriage promises. It ruled that Section 69 of the BNS applies only to women, not transgender individuals. The accused may still face charges under Section 18(d) of the Transgender Persons Act for abuse, and the case will be decided in the lower court.
The Allahabad High Court upheld the acquittal of a man accused of raping a woman under the pretext of marriage. The court stressed that the burden of proof lies with both the complainant and the accused. It highlighted the need to impartially consider all evidence and circumstances, emphasizing fairness to both parties involved.
The Allahabad High Court set aside a punishment order against a judicial officer who was accused of receiving “objectionable photographs” from a woman on Facebook and being in an improper relationship with her. After being selected as a civil judge, the judicial officer had received multiple friend requests on Facebook, many of them with queries about competitive examinations.
