Man ‘Illegally Detained’ By Father After Converting And Marrying: Allahabad HC Orders His Production On Habeas Corpus Plea

The Allahabad High Court has ordered the production of a 31-year-old man before it on September 16, on a habeas corpus plea alleging that he is being illegally detained by his father after he converted to Islam and married, with the State authorities said to have facilitated the detention. Prayagraj: The Allahabad High Court has […]

Adult Woman Free To Join Husband, Family Can’t Force Her: Patna High Court

The Patna High Court reiterated that an adult woman has the fundamental right to decide where and with whom she wishes to live. The Court held that a married woman may join her husband only after her wishes are personally verified with adequate safeguards.

“No Law Stops an Adult Woman From Living With a Married Man”: Madhya Pradesh High Court

The Madhya Pradesh High Court ruled that an adult woman has the right to live with a married man if she chooses. The Bench said, “This Court cannot pontificate on matters relating to morality.”

‘Victim’s Right to Reproductive Freedom a Fundamental Right’: Bombay HC Allows Teen Sexual Abuse Survivor’s Wish to Continue Pregnancy

MUMBAI: On Thursday (5th Sept), the Bombay High Court allowed a 17-year-old sexual abuse survivor to continue her pregnancy, emphasizing her reproductive freedom and right to choose.