The Allahabad High Court ruled that a woman can be prosecuted for gang rape under IPC Section 376D if she facilitates the crime. The court dismissed a plea challenging the summoning order in a rape case involving a minor.
The Chhattisgarh High Court ruled that non-consensual unnatural sex by a husband with his major wife is not an offense under IPC Sections 375 and 377. The judgment led to the acquittal of a man previously convicted for rape and unnatural offense.
The Bombay High Court ruled that marrying another woman without the first wife’s consent is cruelty under Section 498-A IPC. The court emphasized that such an act can cause severe mental trauma and violates the intent of the law.
The Karnataka High Court ruled that a wife cannot be charged with extortion for seeking and being granted maintenance. The court dismissed complaints filed by both the husband and wife, emphasizing the legal grounds of maintenance claims.
The Madhya Pradesh High Court revised its October 18 judgment, removing a controversial remark about a rape convict being “kind enough” to leave the survivor alive while maintaining its decision to reduce the sentence to 20 years.
The Bombay High Court ruled that ending a relationship or refusing marriage cannot be considered abetment of suicide, emphasizing the need for clear intent and instigation under Section 306 IPC.
The Madras High Court has directed the police to file cheating charges against a man for failing to disclose his impotency before marriage. The court ruled that the accused deceived his wife and family, warranting legal action.
The Kerala High Court ruled that being convicted under Section 498A IPC for cruelty does not automatically mean guilt for abetment of suicide under Section 306 IPC. The court emphasized the need for distinct evidence to establish each charge.
The Kerala High Court recently called for gender-neutral rape laws, particularly in cases where a false promise of marriage is made. It questioned the current laws, which allow women to avoid prosecution for tricking men, while men can be charged with rape for similar acts.
The Bombay High Court granted bail to an accused in a minor sexual abuse case, citing that certain actions do not prima facie qualify as “unnatural offences” under the law.
