Brief by Shorts91NewsDesk / 02:25pm on 10 Apr 2025,Thursday India
Justice Sanjay Kumar Singh of the Allahabad High Court granted bail to a rape accused, stating in his order that the woman “invited trouble” and was “also responsible.” The judge emphasized that the relationship appeared consensual based on the case facts. This controversial remark has drawn sharp criticism for promoting victim-blaming and undermining the legal understanding of consent. It follows recent contentious observations by other judges in similar cases, raising serious concerns about judicial sensitivity in handling sexual assault cases and reinforcing stereotypes that may harm survivors' access to justice. (PC: NDTV)
