Can an offence under S. 498A IPC committed outside India, be tried before Indian Courts? Kerala HC answers
“If any part of the offence or even one instance of the overt act is committed in India, the sanction under Section 188 CrPC is not required”
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Safeguarding Dignity or Misuse? Latest Supreme Court Judgments discussing Section 498-A IPC
Supreme Court continues to shape the interpretation and application of Section 498-A IPC, balancing the need to protect women from cruelty and dowry harassment with concerns over potential misuse. Recent rulings provide significant clarity on the scope and limitations of this provision, reaffirming its importance while addressing safeguards to prevent abuse.