"Grabbing Breasts Not Attempted Rape": High Court Shocker, Jurists Seek Supreme Court Intervention
In a controversial ruling, the Allahabad High Court on March 17, 2025, determined that grabbing an 11-year-old girl's breasts and breaking her pyjama string did not constitute attempted rape. Justice Ram Manohar Narayan Mishra classified the assault as aggravated sexual assault under the POCSO Act and Section 354-B IPC, sparking outrage among activists who argue it undermines child protection laws. The decision has reignited debates over judicial thresholds for sexual offenses against minors. Watch the full show on NDTV.
