section 497
AA Edit | Let society evolve; resist return of regressive laws
Prime Minister Narendra Modi has time and again spoken about getting rid of the colonial laws
A will of their own
The law, which held a patriarchal control over a woman’s body, also raised the questions on the dignity of women.
Again, judge overrules his father’s judgment
Justice Chandrachud affirmed individual dignity and sexual autonomy, in stark contrast with the moral conservatism echoed by his father.
Adultery must stay crime for sanctity of marriage: Government
In its reply, the Centre said if Section 497 was struck down, adulterous relations would have a freer play than now.
Centre opposes plea seeking to make women liable under offence of adultery
Centre said Section 497 was enacted to safeguard sanctity of marriage and diluting it would be detrimental to matrimonial bond.
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