A court has sentenced three men to life imprisonment for the gangrape of a minor, stressing the need for strict punishment. The judge stated, “Only the worst punishment will convey the message to the community,” highlighting the severity of the crime and its societal impact.
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The Kerala High Court, led by Justice A. Badharudeen, quashed criminal proceedings against a mother for failing to report her 17-year-old daughter’s pregnancy, citing her emotional trauma as the cause for her delay. The Court emphasized that her actions were not intentional and further prosecution would be unjustified.
The Madras High Court today ruled that schools cannot use Transfer Certificates to collect pending fees and should not make entries regarding fee arrears on the TC. Violation of this order will be dealt with under child protection laws. Children should not be involved in fee collection, as it causes trauma and stigma. The court also emphasized the psychological impact on children and urged schools to provide support during financial strains.
The Kerala High Court upheld the reproductive rights and dignity of rape survivors, emphasizing the grave mental and physical health risks associated with continuing a pregnancy resulting from rape. The court recognized the fundamental right to autonomy in reproductive decision-making, allowing a 16-year-old survivor to terminate her pregnancy beyond the legally specified timeframe, considering her well-being and future care for the child if the fetus survived.