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Marital rape: Supreme Court to examine prosecution of husbands

The Supreme Court is gearing up to review petitions that contest the marital rape exception, reiterating that marriage does not negate a woman's autonomy. The justices will first assess the constitutional legitimacy of the statutory exception before delving into the specifics of prosecuting marital rape. The Centre's stance will be taken into account prior to establishing the dates for final hearings.

9 Sep 2026 11:25 pm