The Supreme Court clarified that under the SC/ST Act, victims have a statutory right to be heard during bail proceedings, but this right does not guarantee acceptance of every objection raised.
NEW DELHI: The Supreme Court of India on Monday expressed deep concern over the continuing problem of dowry deaths, calling it a “grave social concern.” The court stressed that judges must carefully examine all details before granting bail in such cases, as the crime directly affects social justice and equality.
