The Supreme Court criticized the Patna High Court for ruling that pressing a woman's chest and attempting to remove her salwar did not constitute an attempt to rape.
The issue was raised during a suo motu case hearing by the apex court
Jul 15, 2026
11:47 am
What's the storyThe Supreme Court has slammed the Patna High Court over its controversial ruling that attempted removal of a woman's salwar and pressing her chest does not amount to an attempt to rape.
Chief Justice of India Surya Kant raised concerns over the "lack of thorough research" before such judgments are delivered.
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