Husband's Girlfriend Is Not His Relative, Cannot Be Booked For Cruelty Under Section 498A IPC: Bombay High Court

The Bombay High Court ruled that a husband’s girlfriend cannot be held liable under Section 498A of the IPC, which deals with cruelty by a husband or his relatives. The court emphasized that the legal provision applies strictly to the husband or his family members, and not to a third party like a girlfriend. This decision delineates the boundaries of legal accountability under domestic violence laws, protecting individuals from unwarranted legal actions.