Supreme Court Slams High Court's Ruling in Sexual Assault Case

The Supreme Court criticized and stayed the Allahabad High Court's ruling that deemed a sexual assault incident as not amounting to attempted rape. The apex court found the high court's approach insensitive and inappropriate, urging a review of the contentious judgment.

The Supreme Court has stayed the Allahabad High Court's controversial observations, which deemed an incident involving the assault of a woman as not constituting an attempted rape. The apex court expressed concern over the high court's insensitivity and inhuman approach to the matter.

Taking suo motu cognizance, the Supreme Court described the high court's verdict as a 'very serious matter.' The observations, which appeared in specific paragraphs of the judgment, were criticized for being outside the realms of legal standards. The decision to stay the remarks was also prompted by a letter from the 'We the Women of India' collective.

The apex court has directed communication to the Allahabad High Court's Chief Justice, urging necessary steps to address the issue. Notices have been issued to relevant parties, with further hearings scheduled. This move prevents the high court's findings from being used in legal proceedings against the accused.

(With inputs from agencies.)