The Kerala High Court held that a single sufficiently grave act can amount to cruelty under Section 498A, while quashing proceedings against six relatives. Kerala High CourtHigh Court Kerala High Court Quashes Sexual Harassment FIR After Eight-Year Investigation Standstill, Says Delay Not Automatic Ground The Kerala High Court has quashed a 2018 sexual harassment FIR after finding that the investigation stalled in 2019 because the complainant did not cooperate, while clarifying that delay alone is not an automatic ground to quash. By LawChakra Desk 22 October 2026, 2:46 PM22 October 2026, 2:46 PM
