POCSO Cases Being Filed By Girl's Family Who Object To Her Romantic Relationship, Young Boys Languishing In Jails: Delhi High Court

The Delhi High Court highlighted concerns over the misuse of the POCSO Act, noting that false allegations can devastate the lives of the accused. The court emphasized the need for a careful and balanced approach in handling such cases to protect genuine victims while preventing the misuse of legal provisions. The judgment calls for stricter scrutiny in POCSO cases to ensure justice is served without compromising the rights of the accused.