The Delhi High Court upheld a conviction in a sexual harassment case, highlighting the persistent issue of women’s safety. The court remarked that even after decades of independence, women continue to face harassment in public spaces, including transport. It stressed the need for stricter measures to ensure their security.
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The High Court criticized police actions in POCSO Act cases, emphasizing that they should target those leaking sensitive information instead of journalists. The court highlighted the importance of press freedom and mandated investigations to uncover real offenders. It also noted police misconduct toward a minor victim and ordered protection measures and a CBI investigation.
The Kerala High Court ruled that minors can be charged under the Protection of Children from Sexual Offences Act (POCSO). The decision clarifies that minors will be tried under the Juvenile Justice Act, irrespective of gender and age, for penetrative sexual assault and related offenses outlined in the POCSO Act. The ruling came in response to a case involving a 13-year-old petitioner.
