Only Men Can Be Prosecuted Under 'Gender-Specific' Law Of Sexual Harassment Section 354A IPC: Calcutta High Court

Kolkata, July 27, 2024 – In a significant judgment, the Calcutta High Court has quashed the proceedings against Ms. Anjali Sharma, who was accused under Section 354A of the Indian Penal Code (IPC). The Court ruled that a woman cannot be prosecuted under this section, which pertains to sexual harassment, as it is gender-specific and applies only to men. Case Details The case originated from a complaint filed by Ms.…