A Delhi court acquitted a man accused of raping a student, stating that the victim was in a “love relationship” with him. The court found no strong evidence to prove the charges against the accused. It observed that their relationship appeared to be consensual. The verdict highlights the importance of clear legal proof in such cases.
The Kerala High Court ruled that outraging a woman’s modesty is not limited to physical acts but includes verbal and non-verbal actions as well. Expressing concern over the rising cases, the Court emphasized that women’s modesty is deeply linked to their dignity and must be protected. While upholding the conviction of two men for molesting a woman in an autorickshaw, the Court stressed the need for a zero-tolerance approach toward sexual offenses.
The Supreme Court of India clarified that Section 509 of the IPC, which protects women’s modesty, cannot apply to merely using “filthy language” unless it is contextualized with intent and gestures. The Court quashed an FIR against two officials, ruling that the alleged acts lacked evidence of intent to insult modesty or cause harm.
Today, On 14th October, the Supreme Court denied anticipatory bail to Odisha BJP MLA Jayanarayan Mishra, accused of assaulting a female police officer during a protest. The Court emphasized the need for leaders to exemplify public behavior, highlighting accountability. Mishra, facing serious charges, had previously claimed the allegations were false and defamatory.
The Kerala High Court ruled that referring to a woman as a “prostitute” in her absence does not violate Section 509 of the Indian Penal Code, as the offense requires her presence. The court dismissed criminal proceedings, affirming that derogatory remarks made to third parties do not automatically intrude on a woman’s privacy.
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Today, On 28th August, Former BJP MP Brij Bhushan Sharan Singh has sought to quash sexual harassment charges made by wrestlers, appealing to the Delhi High Court to nullify the trial court proceedings, including the FIR and the charges framed against him. The trial court found sufficient evidence to charge Singh, who faces accusations from multiple women wrestlers. Assistant Secretary Vinod Tomar also faces criminal intimidation charges.
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The Supreme Court warned in the Nirbhaya verdict that stricter anti-rape laws alone are insufficient to stop crimes against women. Despite this, the National Crime Records Bureau’s 2023 report shows a rising trend in such crimes, with 4,45,256 cases registered across India in 2022. The need for attitudinal change and practical measures to ensure women’s safety was emphasized.