Overview

• The Supreme Court of India has condemned the Allahabad High Court's remarks suggesting a rape victim 'invited trouble,' calling them highly insensitive and inappropriate.
• Justice BR Gavai emphasized the need for judges to exercise caution in their language, particularly in cases of sexual violence, to maintain public trust in the judiciary.
• The apex court has stayed the Allahabad High Court’s controversial orders in two separate cases, including one that downgraded charges in an attempted rape case involving a minor.
• Solicitor General Tushar Mehta highlighted the broader implications of judicial remarks, stressing that justice must be seen to be done to uphold public confidence in the legal system.
• The Supreme Court has adjourned the hearing for four weeks, allowing time for responses from involved parties and further scrutiny of judicial conduct.