Educated Woman in Relationship Despite Knowing Partner's Marital Status Can't Be Considered Exploited in Law: Delhi High Court
In a significant ruling, the Delhi High Court has quashed an FIR registered under Section 376 of the Indian Penal Code, 1860, filed by a woman alleging rape on the basis of a false promise of marriage. The Court clarified that when an educated and independent woman continues to engage in a romantic and physical relationship with a man despite knowing he is married or engaged, the law cannot presume…
