‘Excessively harsh’: Centre opposes marital rape criminalisation in Supreme Court

The central government has contested the criminalization of marital rape in the Supreme Court, stating that such a measure requires a comprehensive approach due to its potential socio-legal implications and the impact it could have on the institution of marriage. It said Parliament has provided different remedies, including criminal law provisions, to protect consent within marriage.

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