Examining the Possibility of Women Being Booked for Rape: Supreme Court's Verdict

In India, it is not a crime for a man to force sex or sexual acts on his wife as long as she is over 18, due to an archaic belief that women become their husband's possession upon marriage. Campaigners have been trying to change this law, but face opposition from conservatives who argue that state interference could destroy the tradition of marriage. While some women have come forward with allegations of rape by their husbands, the legal avenues for justice are limited and often ineffective. The debate over criminalizing marital rape in India continues, with advocates emphasizing the need to empower women and challenge patriarchal norms.