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POCSO | Pulling a Minor's Hand After She Ignores a Whistle May Amount to Harassment, Not Sexual Assault: Madras High Court

03 Aug 2026 3 min read
POCSO | Pulling a Minor's Hand After She Ignores a Whistle May Amount to Harassment, Not Sexual Assault: Madras High Court

The Madras High Court has taken a significant step by suspending the sentence of a man convicted under the Protection of Children from Sexual Offences (POCSO) Act. The court observed that the incident in question required a closer examination to determine whether it constituted sexual assault or was merely harassment. This decision highlights the importance of distinguishing between different degrees of misconduct under the law. Background of the Case and…

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