The Karnataka High Court’s recent verdict that marital status cannot protect a man from rape trial received mixed reactions from Delhi High Court petitioners, highlighting a growing debate on the criminalisation of marital rape.
The Delhi High Court ruled that a husband cannot be charged under Section 377 IPC for consensual oral or anal sex with his wife, citing existing laws and the absence of non-consensual claims.
The Madhya Pradesh High Court ruled that unnatural sex within a valid marriage is not an offense under Section 377 IPC, stating that marital rape is not recognized under Indian law.
The Madhya Pradesh High Court ruled that a husband cannot be held liable for rape under IPC, dismissing allegations of unnatural sex and criminal charges filed by his wife.
The Supreme Court of India has recognized marital rape under the MTP Act, allowing a wife to seek an abortion if the pregnancy results from forced sex within the marriage. The court emphasized that consent is crucial, even within marriage, and abusive relationships should not limit access to medical care.
The Madhya Pradesh High Court has ruled that unnatural sex with a legally wedded wife, who is at least 15 years old, does not constitute an offence under Section 377 of the IPC. The court emphasized that marital consent issues are irrelevant in such cases, reinforcing that marital rape has not been recognized in this context.
The Karnataka High Court upheld charges of rape and cruelty against a husband, stating that marriage does not provide immunity for brutal acts. The court stressed that all individuals, including husbands, are accountable for their actions under the law.
The Karnataka High Court’s recent verdict on marital rape has received mixed reactions from petitioners in a related case before the Delhi High Court. Feminists support the decision, while men’s rights activists worry about potential misuse and legal implications.
The Supreme Court’s recent decision has expanded the definition of rape under the Medical Termination of Pregnancy Act to include marital rape, emphasizing women’s rights and access to medical termination services in cases of sexual assault within marriage.
The Madhya Pradesh High Court has ruled that unnatural sex with a legally wedded wife is not an offense, even without her consent, if she is over fifteen years old. This ruling came during the quashing of an FIR under Sections 377 and 506 of the IPC.
