Expulsion Forever Will Lead To 'Academic Death': Bombay High Court Grants Relief To Law Student Accused In Multiple Sexual Harassment Cases

The Bombay High Court restricted the expulsion of a law student accused of sexual harassment, reducing it to a suspension. The student from Maharashtra National Law University (MNLU) Mumbai was initially expelled following an internal committee’s findings. The court noted procedural lapses in the inquiry and emphasized the need for a fair hearing. The decision underscores the importance of due process in disciplinary actions within educational institutions, ensuring that accused individuals are given a fair opportunity to defend themselves while maintaining the integrity of the institution’s policies against harassment.