Welcome to the ‘498A IPC’ category, where you’ll find insightful blogs and judgments related to Section 498A of the Indian Penal Code. Explore legal perspectives, case analyses, and discussions on the protection of married women from cruelty and harassment. Stay informed and engaged in this significant area of Indian law.
In a recent development at the Delhi High Court, the bail application filed under Section 439 read with Section 482 of the Code of Criminal Procedure, 1973 (Cr.P.C.), bearing number 43/2024, was dismissed by Hon’ble Justice Swarana Kanta Sharma on January 8, 2024. The petitioner-husband, was seeking regular bail in connection with FIR 1169/2023 registered […]
Delhi High Court Rejects Bail Application in Dowry Death Case Read More »
New Delhi, January 9, 2024 — In a significant judgment by the Delhi High Court, divorce was upheld under Section 13(1)(i-a) of the Hindu Marriage Act. The case, MAT.APP.(F.C.) 37/2022 & CM APPL.16702/2022, witnessed the court’s decision based on grounds of cruelty within the marital relationship. Background and Legal Basis The legal proceedings unfolded as a result
New Delhi, December 14, 2023 — In a groundbreaking decision, the Delhi High Court allowed the appeal under Section 19 of the Family Courts Act, 1984, in a divorce case filed by an appellant-husband against his wife. The judgment, reserved on August 29, 2023, and pronounced on December 14, 2023, marks a significant victory for
Delhi High Court Grants Divorce on Grounds of Desertion & Cruelty Read More »
This article discusses a recent judgment delivered on September 5, 2023, by Hon’ble Mr. Justice Vikas Mahajan in the High Court of Delhi. The case revolves around a bail application filed under Section 439 of the CrPC (Criminal Procedure Code) for regular bail in a case registered under Sections 304B/34 IPC (Indian Penal Code) at
Extra Marital Affair is not a Ground for Implicating Husband Under Section 304B IPC Read More »
New Delhi, September 1, 2023 – In a recent development, Hon’ble High Court of Delhi granted regular bail to Bhuvan Sharma in a case that has garnered significant attention. The case, bearing the reference number BAIL APPLN. 1479/2023, involved charges under Sections 498A, 304B, 306, 406, and 34 of the Indian Penal Code, 1860 (IPC).
Delhi High Court Grants Bail in Dowry Death case Read More »
In a recent legal pronouncement that has reverberated across India’s legal landscape, the Supreme Court delivered a profound verdict concerning the quashing of FIRs under section 498A of the Indian Penal Code (IPC). This pivotal judgment, titled “PRIYANKA MISHRA & ORS. v. THE STATE OF MADHYA PRADESH & ANR.”, has ignited discourse on the delicate
Unveiling Justice: Landmark Judgment on 498A Quashing Read More »
In a legal landscape that continually evolves to address societal concerns, certain judgments stand out as landmarks, shaping the interpretation and application of laws. One such landmark judgment on dowry death is the verdict delivered in Criminal Appeal No. 447 of 2012 by the Supreme Court of India. This ruling delves into the complex interplay
Mere Unnatural Death of Wife within Seven Years of Marriage Insufficient for Conviction Read More »
Hon’ble Supreme Court of India delivered a landmark judgment on July 2, 2014 on the application of Section 498A of the Indian Penal Code (IPC). This ruling has far-reaching implications on dowry-related cases and emphasizes the importance of cautious arrests to safeguard individual liberties. In this article, we delve into the key highlights of the
Analyzing the Landmark Judgment on Section 498A IPC – Safeguarding Individual Liberties Read More »