The Kerala High Court is challenged Today by gynaecologists over the mandate that only women can examine sexual assault survivors, contending it contradicts legal provisions and burdens specialists while causing delays. The case highlights the need for a balanced approach to medical examinations and may have far-reaching implications. The judge is open to addressing any issues.
The Kerala High Court Today emphasized that sexual assault affects men as well as women, citing an increase in cases involving boys as victims of child sexual assault. The court called for a more gender-neutral approach in supporting victims and reassessment of existing protocols to ensure equitable treatment for all. This landmark observation signifies a crucial step toward addressing the plight of all assault victims, irrespective of gender.
In Sonbhadra, Uttar Pradesh, a Special POCSO court delivered a verdict, sentencing an individual to 10 years of imprisonment for an abduction and rape incident that occurred nine years ago. This ruling stems from an incident in 2015, during which Kol lured a minor girl and subjected her to sexual assault.
The Supreme Court of India, led by Chief Justice D.Y. Chandrachud, has invoked its extraordinary powers under Article 142 of the Constitution to remit the 20-year sentence of a Tamil Nadu man, Sankar, convicted of aggravated sexual assault against a 14-year-old girl, who he later married and fathered children with. This ruling, delivered by a […]
The Delhi High Court quashed a case under the POCSO Act, recognizing a relationship between the accused and the victim, who later married. The decision raises discussions on legal age, consent, and the impact of criminal proceedings on familial relationships. It underscores the need for a nuanced legal approach and highlights the complexities of personal relationships intersecting with the law.
The Patna High Court ruled that a minor girl cannot be placed under her husband’s care as she is underage, despite her consent to marriage. Emphasizing the legal stance on child marriage in India, the court’s decision reflects a nuanced understanding of the complex ethical and legal issues involved, highlighting the ongoing need to address and eradicate child marriage.
Denying bail to the accused, Justice Sophy Thomas said a soldier is supposed to protect the nation and dignity of citizens. The soldier faces charged under the the Protection Of Children from Sexual Offences Act (POCSO Act) for sodomising a thirteen-year-old boy. KERALA: The Kerala High Court recently denied bail to a soldier accused of […]
The Nagpur bench of the Bombay High Court has made a significant ruling by granting bail to a 26-year-old man, Nitin Dhaberao, who was accused of raping a 13-year-old girl. The court’s decision was influenced by its interpretation of the relationship between Dhaberao and the minor as one of love rather than lust.
Calls for Child-Friendly Reforms In a striking critique of the conditions in POCSO (Protection of Children from Sexual Offenses) courts, Justice Sophy Thomas of the Kerala High Court has raised serious concerns about the traumatic environment faced by minor victims during court proceedings. This observation emerged during the review of several regular bail applications, predominantly […]
In a significant judgment, the Calcutta High Court has underscored the complexities surrounding consensual sexual relationships among adolescents. The court observed that non-exploitative sexual relationships without any malicious intent are increasingly prevalent among the country’s youth. It further highlighted that the current legal framework, which fails to recognize consensual sexual behavior of older adolescents, leads […]