Summary
- The Karnataka High Court has ruled that consensual acts between the accused and victim over several years cannot be classified as an offense under Section 69 of the BNS.
- The Court described the case as a “classic illustration of abuse and misuse” of this legal provision.
- Charges under Section 115 of the BNS and the SC/ST Act were also dismissed, leading to quashing of proceedings against the doctor involved.
- This ruling could set a significant precedent regarding the interpretation of consent in similar cases moving forward.
Join the discussion — sign up to comment, upvote, and save articles.