Allahabad High Court Grants Bail to Rape Accused, Citing Victim’s Own Actions
Shruti Mahapatra
The Allahabad High Court granted bail to a rape accused, stating that the victim knowingly went to his house after drinking and was aware of her actions. The court said…
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