For Offence Of Rape On False Promise To Marry, Physical Relationships Must Be Shown To Be Only Based On Marriage Promise : Supreme Court

The Supreme Court clarified that a false promise of marriage alone cannot establish rape. The court emphasized that there must be clear evidence that the physical relationship was solely based on the promise of marriage. In the absence of such evidence, a claim of rape cannot be substantiated. The judgment underscored the importance of distinguishing between consensual sexual relationships and those coerced through fraudulent promises. The ruling aims to prevent misuse of the rape laws and ensures that consent and evidence play a central role in determining the veracity of rape claims.