Wife and Her Family Cannot Be Prosecuted for ‘Dowry-Giving’ Based on Her Complaint Against Husband for Taking Dowry: Supreme Court
The Supreme Court of India delivered a crucial judgment clarifying that a wife and her family members cannot be prosecuted for “giving dowry” merely based on statements made in their complaint against dowry demand. The Court emphasized the protection granted under Section 7(3) of the Dowry Prohibition Act, 1961, reinforcing safeguards for victims. Background of the Case The case arose when the husband, Rahul Gupta, filed an appeal seeking registration…