The Supreme Court of India noted a worrying rise in women allegedly misusing dowry, domestic violence, and POCSO laws by filing frivolous complaints, overshadowing genuine cases and using false accusations to pressure husbands and in-laws for settlements unfairly.
Union Law Minister Arjun Ram Meghwal confirmed a review of BNS Sections 85 and 86, which replicate the repealed IPC Section 498A, due to concerns about misuse and inadequate safeguards for men. This is the first review of the new Indian criminal codes, aimed at preventing frivolous complaints while protecting women from domestic violence.
