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Bombay High Court Declines to Make IPC Section 498A a Compoundable Offense

Shruti Mahapatra11 months ago11 months ago04 mins

The Bombay High Court ruled that Section 498A of IPC, which deals with cruelty to wives, cannot be made a compoundable offense, emphasizing that this issue is for the legislature to address.

Orissa High Court Highlights Misuse of Section 498A to Pressure Husband’s Family

Shruti Mahapatra1 year ago1 year ago03 mins

The Orissa High Court quashed a Section 498A case, noting the frequent misuse of this law to pressure the husband’s family. The court emphasized the need to distinguish between genuine and vexatious cases.