“Replication of 498A in BNS Without Protections for Husbands is Really Concerning”: SC Anguish on New Criminal Laws

The Supreme Court addressed the misuse of Section 498A, highlighting the replication of this provision in the Bharatiya Nyay Sanhita without ample safeguards for husbands. The bench emphasized refraining from coercive use of law enforcement and urged reevaluation of the provision in light of upcoming implementation. (Word count: 52)