Drawbacks and Misuse of Legal Enactments Originally Made to Protect Indian Women
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Aparna Singh
Assistant Professor at Thakur Ramnarayan College of Law, India
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Akanksha Sabharwal
Student at Thakur Ramnarayan College of Law, India
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Ruchita Subhashchandra Vishwakarma
Student at Thakur Ramnarayan College of Law, India
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Pooja Ajay Talim
Student at Thakur Ramnarayan College of Law, India
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DOIhttps://doij.org/10.10000/IJLMH.117667
Abstract
In the realm of gender justice, laws have primarily focused on safeguarding women, yet a lesser-known narrative emerges concerning men grappling with false allegations and law misuse. This research delves into the motivations behind false allegations, examining their societal impact. Through case studies and legal precedents, it advocates for a balanced approach to gender justice, ensuring fairness for all individuals. Analyzing provisions in the Indian Penal Code, 1860, and the Bharatiya Nyaya Sanhita, 2023, alongside recent judicial interventions, it underscores the need for legal reforms to protect the rights of all genders.
Keywords
False allegations
Indian Penal Code
1860; Misuse; Legal safeguards
Bharatiya Nyaya Sanhita
Gender-based laws
Misuse prevention
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