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Supreme Courts decision on the draconian law has received a mixed response with some seeing it as a step towards social progress and equality while others view it as a downward spiral of our moral compass.

A will of their own

The law, which held a patriarchal control over a woman's body, also raised the questions on the dignity of women.

3 Oct 2018 12:04 AM IST

The incident came to light when Afsanas father, Salari, paid a visit to his daughters marital home in Bahraich district to complete the final set of wedding rituals. (Representational Image)

Adultery must stay crime for sanctity of marriage: Government

In its reply, the Centre said if Section 497 was struck down, adulterous relations would have a freer play than now.

12 July 2018 1:22 AM IST

The couple chose to leave their home in Halyan village early in the morning and relocated to Bhaderwah Valley Public School to plant trees to celebrate their marriage. (Photo: File)

Centre opposes plea seeking to make women liable under offence of...

Centre said Section 497 was enacted to safeguard sanctity of marriage and diluting it would be detrimental to...

11 July 2018 4:39 PM IST

The flag was used since 1978, but only in 1994 did it become a symbol for LGBTQ pride. (Photo: Pixabay)

AA Edit | Let society evolve; resist return of regressive laws

Prime Minister Narendra Modi has time and again spoken about getting rid of the colonial laws

16 Nov 2023 12:00 AM IST

Supreme Court Justice D Y Chandrachud held that denial of social welfare measures was violation of fundamental rights of citizens.

Again, judge overrules his father's judgment

Justice Chandrachud affirmed individual dignity and sexual autonomy, in stark contrast with the moral conservatism...

28 Sept 2018 5:16 AM IST