Hubby's hen demand forces thrashed wife to commit suicide, HC says 'insignificant'

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Agencies: Mumbai, Nov 16 2012, 16:49 IST

to the accused having allegedly asked the victim to bring hen on two occasions.

Apart from the evidence being vague regarding the precise nature of harassment caused to the victim, it is difficult to perceive that the same can be construed as cruelty within the meaning of Section 498(A)," the court said.

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George | 16-Nov-2012Reply | Forward

Court's decision is astounding .you cannot expect fair judgement even from the courts. The husband demanded from in their laws and it is individual assessment to decide insignificance. The fact is husband demanded, he needs to be punished with public flogging or imprisonment.