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Allahabad High Court Rules: Consent Under Fear in Sexual Relationships Equals Rape

Shruti Mahapatra1 week ago1 week ago04 mins

The Allahabad High Court has ruled that a sexual relationship with a woman, even with her consent, amounts to rape if that consent was obtained under fear or through deception. The court dismissed a plea to quash criminal proceedings in such a case.

Madhya Pradesh HC: Unnatural Sex with Wife Not an Offence Under Section 377 IPC

Shruti Mahapatra2 weeks ago2 weeks ago03 mins

The Madhya Pradesh High Court ruled that unnatural sex between a husband and wife in a valid marriage is not an offence under Section 377 IPC, regardless of consent, citing that marital rape is not recognized in Indian law.