The Supreme Court will hear a case on the statutory age of consent for adolescents on November 12. The bench emphasized that the matter should be discussed continuously rather than addressed in a piecemeal manner.
The Supreme Court dismissed a rape case against a man who was accused after a 16-year-long relationship. The court ruled that the case stemmed from a failed love affair rather than criminal intent. Emphasizing the need to differentiate between consent and allegations of coercion, the bench found no grounds for prosecution. The verdict highlights concerns over misuse of legal provisions in personal disputes.
NEW DELHI: The Delhi High Court stating that consent for sexual relations does not include permission to capture private moments or share them on social media. Justice Swarana Kanta Sharma, while rejecting the bail plea of an accused in a rape case, emphasized that consent cannot be misused for exploitation.
The Kerala High Court criticized the government’s inaction regarding the Justice Hema Committee report exposing exploitation in the Malayalam film industry. The court instructed the SIT to report on its actions, emphasizing the state’s failure to address women’s issues. The report led to investigations and resignations, highlighting the industry’s power dynamics and gender disparities.
Today(13th August), the Allahabad High Court rejected the bail plea of a person accused of forcibly converting a girl to Islam and sexually exploiting her, stating that religious freedom does not include the right to convert others. The court emphasized that the Uttar Pradesh Prohibition of Unlawful Conversion of Religion Act, 2021, aims to uphold secularism and social harmony in India.
