On April 17, Justice Swarana Kanta Sharma gave a strong judgment, pointing out how hospitals have failed to carry out the court’s directions. New Delhi: The Delhi High Court recently expressed its unhappiness over doctors in the national capital not following its earlier orders. These orders were meant to ensure that rape survivors—especially those who […]
The Kerala High Court upheld the reproductive rights and dignity of rape survivors, emphasizing the grave mental and physical health risks associated with continuing a pregnancy resulting from rape. The court recognized the fundamental right to autonomy in reproductive decision-making, allowing a 16-year-old survivor to terminate her pregnancy beyond the legally specified timeframe, considering her well-being and future care for the child if the fetus survived.
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Today, 2nd May, The Supreme Court criticized the Calcutta High Court’s remarks on female adolescent sexual urges, emphasizing the need for sensitivity. It directed the West Bengal government to support minor rape survivors. Justices highlighted the importance of supporting survivors in nurturing environments, despite societal challenges. They also stressed the necessity for rigorous enforcement of the POCSO Act.
The Kerala High Court issued guidelines for DNA collection from adopted children of rape survivors, prioritizing their emotional well-being and privacy rights. It emphasized the impact of such tests on the children and set criteria for conducting DNA examinations, stressing the importance of confidentiality in adoption proceedings. The court highlighted the need to balance privacy and truth in rape cases.