Published on 9th March 2025 Authored By: MANTASHA KHAN Shree L.R. Tiwari college of law Introduction In Indian society, marital rape—a horrific affront to a woman’s bodily autonomy and dignity—remains a widespread but mostly unseen problem. Often hailed as a sacred institution, marriage’s sanctity is used as an excuse to oppress and take advantage of […]
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Published on 9th March 2025 Authored By: Riya Kumari Jamia Millia Islamia National University, New Delhi INTRODUCTION In simple words, marital rape refers to a situation where sexual intercourse between married couples is non-consensual and forcible. The lack of consent is the essential element but it doesn’t necessarily involve physical violence. Marital rape is criminalised
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Published on: 8th March 2025 Authored by: Aastha Sameer Chawan Shriman Bhagojiseth Keer Law College The case of K.M. Nanavati v. State of Maharashtra remains one of the most riveting legal battles in Indian history. This case not only captivated the nation but also led to a significant shift in India’s judicial system. With its
Published on 5th March 2025 Authored By: MANSI MAZUMDAR OP JINDAL GLOBAL UNIVERSITY Understanding Marital force In simple words, connubial rape is defined as sexual intercourse against the wishes of one of the consorts within the connubiality. In this case, it’s nothing but dissent of individual personality, physical integrity, and rights. Though connubial rape is
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Published on 5th March 2025 Authored By: Sishi. S Chennai Dr. Ambedkar Government law college, Pudupakkam. Abstract Marital rape-the grave infringement upon bodily autonomy and human dignity-received hardly a mention in any discussion over marital relations. Often culturally and legislatively hidden in marriage laws, this very serious transgression continues to go unconsidered by most modern
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