Allahabad High Court
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Allahabad HC Upholds Religious Freedom, Denies Bail in Conversion Case
Ajeem had been booked under sections 323/504/506 IPC and section 3/5(1) UP Prohibition of Unlawful Conversion of Religion Act, 2021 in Badaun district for the alleged forced conversion of a woman to Islam and also sexually harassing her. He then approached the high court for bail and claimed to be innocent, stating that the woman had willingly left her home and confirmed their marriage in statements under sections 161 and 164 of the CrPC.
Married Muslims Forbidden from Live-In Relationships: Ruling by Allahabad High Court
According to the bench comprising Justice A.R. Masoodi and Justice A.K. Srivastava, Islamic doctrine forbids live-in relationships while a marriage is in existence. They, however, clarified that the stand may be different if the two persons are unmarried and choose to live together as consenting adults.
Supreme Court's Decision on Krishna Janmabhoomi Case: Plea Over HC Order Disposal
The bench stated, "The petitioner seeks the recall of the Allahabad High Court's contested judgment. We dismiss the current SLP and allow the petitioner to reintroduce the recall petition before the high court." The Committee's counsel informed the court about the pending recall application and urged for a specific date for its listing, but the bench declined to issue such an order.
Extension of UP Anti-Conversion Law to Live-in Partners: Ruling by Allahabad HC
The case involved a 24-year-old Muslim woman and a 23-year-old Hindu man who petitioned for the protection of their rights and freedoms, particularly concerning their pending application for marriage registration. Notably, there were no complaints from either party's family regarding their relationship, as pointed out by Justice Renu Agarwal.
Allahabad High Court Upholds Farmers' Right to Choose Land Sale in Jewar
The court clarified that while the state authorities have the right to acquire the land, they must adhere to the procedures stipulated by the law.
Allahabad High Court: No Offence under SC/ST Act if Abuse Occurs in Private, Not Public
In response to an educationist's petition challenging criminal charges for allegedly hurling casteist abuse at a student's father, Justice Shamim Ahmed stated that verbal abuse within the confines of a private space, without an audience, does not constitute an offense under the Scheduled Castes and the Scheduled Tribes (Prevention of Atrocities) Act, 1989.
Allahabad High Court Grants Approval for Survey in Krishna Janambhoomi Dispute
The application highlights visible Hindu symbols in the mosque, such as a lotus-shaped pillar and an image of Sheshnaag, a deity linked to Lord Krishna, justifying the need for a commission. The suit seeks a declaration that the disputed land, including the Shahi Idgah Mosque area, belongs to Lord Shree Krishna Virajman, and requests the removal of the mosque by the defendants, including the Uttar Pradesh Sunni Central Waqf Board.
Allahabad HC Ruling: Marital Rape Not Deemed an 'Offence' if Wife is 18 or Above
The husband was convicted under sections related to cruelty and voluntarily causing hurt, while charges under Section 377 were acquitted. The Supreme Court has agreed to list pleas to criminalize marital rape, with the government expressing concerns about potential social ramifications.
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