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Bombay High Court: Traditional Families Often Hesitate to Report Sexual Offences - (15 Jun 2026)

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Bombay High Court observed that families in traditional societies may hesitate to report sexual offences, noting this while refusing to quash a sexual assault case, and held that such cases should not be dismissed solely due to delay unless it is shown to be malicious or vindictive.

Tags : TRADITIONAL FAMILIES; REPORT; SEXUAL OFFENCES  

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