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Allahabad High Court Judge Blames Rape Survivor While Granting Bail to Accused

Justice Sanjay Kumar Singh's ruling, stating the victim 'invited trouble,' has drawn widespread criticism for its insensitive reasoning.

While granting bail to the accused, the Allahabad high court said that the applicant has made out apt case for bail.
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The court added that the victim was competent enough to understand the “morality and significance of her act” as disclosed by her in the first information report (FIR (For representation only)
Justice Sanjay Kumar Singh of the Allahabad high court

Overview

  • The Allahabad High Court granted bail to Nischal Chandak, accused of raping a postgraduate student in September 2024.
  • Justice Sanjay Kumar Singh controversially stated that the victim, being an MA student, was responsible for the incident and 'invited trouble.'
  • The victim alleged she was intoxicated and taken to a relative’s flat in Gurgaon, where she was raped twice after agreeing to go with the accused for rest.
  • The court's ruling has been criticized for its victim-blaming language and perceived insensitivity, drawing backlash from legal experts and the Supreme Court.
  • This decision follows a pattern of contentious judicial rulings on sexual assault cases, intensifying calls for judicial reform and greater accountability.