SC seeks Centre's stand on plea against marital rape exception in new criminal law

The Supreme Court has sought the Centre's response on a petition challenging the marital rape exception under new criminal laws. A bench headed by Chief Justice D Y Chandrachud issued notice on the petition by the All India Democratic Women's Association (AIDWA) and said it would be listed for hearing in July alongside other petitions seeking to criminalize marital rape. The court emphasized the constitutional significance of the issue, noting that it will remain relevant despite the implementation of the new laws.