Author: muskankhan018

False Allegations and Rape Laws in India Introduction Rape is universally recognized as one of the most heinous crimes against humanity. Rape is a grave violation of bodily integrity and human dignity recognized as one of the most serious offences under Indian criminal law. In India, rape laws have been designed to provide strong protection to women, given the patriarchal social structure and high prevalence of gender-based crimes. However, in recent years, a parallel debate has emerged regarding the misuse of these provisions. False allegations of rape, though statistically fewer compared to genuine cases, have serious consequences: reputational harm, wrongful…