Kissing minor on lips can be sexual assault under POCSO: Delhi HC
The Delhi High Court has ruled that kissing a minor on the lips can constitute sexual assault under Section 7 of the POCSO Act if sexual intent is established, even if no…
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Delhi HC: forcing rape survivor to continue pregnancy impairs dignity
The Delhi High Court allowed a 15-year-old rape survivor to terminate her 30-week pregnancy, holding that compelling a survivor of sexual assault to continue such a pregnancy impairs her right to live…
Delhi HC upholds teacher’s jail term for assaulting girl, urges schools to encourage children to speak out
Educational institutions must encourage children to speak out about conduct causing them fear or insecurity, the Delhi High Court has said while upholding the five-year imprisonment of a school teacher for sexually…
