The Economic Times

Physical intimacy cannot be branded as rape after consensual relationship sours: SC

The Supreme Court addressed concerns over criminal cases following relationship failures, emphasizing consent during the relationship. It asserted that retrospective regret cannot redefine consensual acts as rape due to relationship dissolution. The court highlighted the importance of distinguishing between genuine cases of coercion and consensual interactions. It pointed out that misuse of rape allegations undermines the serious nature of the crime.