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Supreme Court Rules On Section 498A: Relatives Cannot Be Prosecuted Without Evidence

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The Supreme Court of India has delivered a landmark judgment regarding dowry harassment and domestic violence cases, providing significant relief to the relatives of husbands. The apex court ruled that criminal proceedings can't be initiated against in-laws based solely on vague claims and unsubstantiated allegations. Expressing deep concern over the potential misuse of Section 498A of the Indian Penal Code (IPC), the court emphasized that this …
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Zoom News broke the news on Tuesday, May 26, 2026.
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