Allahabad High Court: “Physical Relationship Not Without Consent If Married Woman Offers No Resistance”

The Allahabad High Court granted bail to a 20-year-old accused of rape, emphasizing that a sexually experienced adult’s lack of resistance in a relationship suggests consent unless proven otherwise. The court questioned the complainant’s narrative, citing the absence of medical evidence and allegations of malicious intent, while imposing strict conditions on the accused to ensure legal compliance.

“Jama Masjid Committee Prevented Access For Years, Status of Monument Remains Unknown”: ASI Claims in Court

The ASI filed an affidavit in response to a lawsuit accusing the Jama Masjid Management Committee of obstructing monument inspections. Despite sporadic assessments with district support, the ASI noted significant unauthorized alterations to the Shahi Jama Masjid. The Supreme Court has temporarily halted proceedings regarding the mosque’s survey until further review by the Allahabad High Court.