Two-Finger Test Violates Privacy And Dignity: Jharkhand High Court Orders Statewide Ban in Medical Institutions

The Jharkhand High Court directed a complete ban on the two-finger test in all State medical institutions, holding that the practice violates privacy, bodily integrity, and dignity of rape survivors. The Court also issued directions on Zero FIRs, victim rehabilitation, support systems, and assistance for children born from sexual violence.

Supreme Court Upholds Anticipatory Bail to MLA Rahul Mamkootathil, Expunges Kerala HC Remarks Against Survivor in Rape Case

The Supreme Court upheld anticipatory bail granted to MLA Rahul Mamkootathil in a rape case but removed adverse remarks made by the Kerala High Court against the survivor. The Court said such observations were unnecessary and ordered them to be expunged.