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Nikah halala cannot become a shield against criminal law

The Allahabad High Courts refusal to quash a first information report (FIR) alleging repeated rape under the guise of nikah halala is a significant reminder of a constitutional first principle: criminal law admits of no religious exception. In holding that allegations attracting the Protection of Children from Sexual Offences (POCSO) Act cannot be defeated by Get the latest updates in Hyderabad City News , Technology , Entertainment , Sports , Politics and Top Stories on WhatsApp & Telegram by subscribing to our channels. You can also download our app for Android and iOS .

11 Jul 2026 6:01 pm