The Andhra Pradesh High Court ruled that neglecting a child’s treatment does not qualify as cruelty under Section 498-A IPC. The court quashed a criminal case filed by a wife against her husband and in-laws, citing the limitation period under Section 468 Cr.P.C.
The Karnataka High Court has determined that a husband’s suggestion for his wife to pursue further education and seek employment does not amount to cruelty. The court also overturned dowry-related charges due to insufficient evidence.
A lawyer who was disqualified from a District Judge position because of a 498-A case filed by his wife has failed to get relief from the Supreme Court. Despite being acquitted of all charges, the Supreme Court upheld the decision to remove him from the list of candidates.
The Karnataka High Court ruled that a husband’s suggestion for his wife to pursue further education and find a job is not cruelty, overturning previous convictions related to dowry harassment.
