Guilty of dowry death based on circumstantial evidence
The High Court concurred with the findings of the trial court and held all three accused guilty of dowry death based on circumstantial evidence that linked the death of Fulwa…
Supreme Court validates settlement in cruelty case against husband
The case of Rajendra Bhagat v. State of Jharkhand & Anr. involves the conviction of the husband under Section 498A of the Indian Penal Code for subjecting his wife to…
Supreme Court notes the misuse of 498 A for settling personal scores against husband and his relatives
The Supreme Court of India has observed in recent judgments that there has been an increase in matrimonial disputes and greater disaffection towards the institution of marriage. Section 498A of…