Supreme Court Criticizes Allahabad High Court's For Blaming Rape Victim

The Supreme Court, initiated, suo motu, over a controversial Allahabad High Court order granting bail to a rape accused, citing that the victim "invited trouble" and was "responsible" for the assault.

The victim, who was heavily intoxicated, alleged that the accused raped her after meeting at a bar.

The Supreme Court criticized the High Court's insensitive remarks, urging caution and sensitivity in judicial language.

The matter is now adjourned, with the Court highlighting the need to consider how such comments could affect public perception. The case will be heard further in four weeks.