The Supreme Court’s observation highlights a growing judicial discomfort with the criminalisation of consensual sexual acts between minors.
The apex court said the Centre should consider steps to curb the misuse of POCSO Act, including the idea of a 'Romeo-Juliet clause' to shield consensual adolescent relationships from criminal ...
The Supreme Court has decided to examine if provisions of the Protection of Children from Sexual Offences (POCSO) Act have gender neutral application and if a woman can be prosecuted under Act for ...
KURUKSHETRA: In a significant judgment, the district court of the Additional District and Sessions Judge (Fast Track Special ...
Juliet’ exception to protect teen love- could this change how India treats adolescent relationships while still keeping children safe from abuse?