Chhattisgarh HC rules that acquittal under Section 498A IPC alone does not prove cruelty by a wife and dismisses husband’s divorce appeal.
Read Full ArticleThe Supreme Court held Section 498A IPC extends to live-in partners in a 'relationship in the nature of marriage', coupled with intent to marry, ruling exclusion of such women violates Article 14.
Supreme Court quashes dowry harassment case, cautioning against vague allegations and misuse of Section 498A IPC in matrimonial disputes.
Kerala HC quashes dowry charges against a mother-in-law, cautioning against the misuse of Section 498A IPC in matrimonial disputes.
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