Supreme Court Criticises Allahabad HC For Blaming Victim In Rape Case

The Supreme Court has expressed strong disapproval of an Allahabad High Court order that granted bail to a rape accused while stating that the victim "invited trouble." The Supreme Court's objection highlights its firm stance against victim-blaming and judicial pronouncements that might suggest a victim's culpability in the crime. The apex court's intervention underscores the importance of judicial sensitivity and adherence to principles of justice that hold the perpetrator solely responsible for the act of rape. This objection serves as a significant message to lower courts regarding the appropriate language and perspective to be adopted in cases of sexual assault.