A decision of March 17 of Justice Ram Manohar Narayan Mishra of Allahabad High Court raised controversy across the country. He said in his judgment that catching the breasts or breaking the thread of pajamas does not fall under the category of rape attempt. The decision was termed by the Supreme Court as “ruthless” and “insensitive”, which caused a sharp criticism of Justice Mishra.
Supreme Court objected to the verdict
The Supreme Court termed the decision a violation of legal standards and stopped it with immediate effect. The court said that this is a very serious matter and the judge has shown insensitivity.
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The court also noted that it was taken four months to write the verdict, which makes it clear that Justice Mishra took the decision after a deep consideration.
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The Supreme Court, taking self -cognizance of the ‘V the Women of India’ organization, reacted strongly to this decision.
Who is Justice Ram Manohar Narayan Mishra?
Justice Mishra is working as the administrative judge of Balrampur district of Allahabad High Court.
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Education: In 1985 received a bachelor’s degree of law, he did post-graduation in 1987.
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Career: Starting from Uttar Pradesh Judicial Service in 1990, promotion to Higher Judicial Service in 2005.
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Major appointments:
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2019: District and Sessions Judge of Baghpat and Aligarh.
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Lucknow: Director at Judicial Training and Research Institute.
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15 August 2022: Oath as Additional Judge.
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September 2023: Become a permanent judge.
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Impact of Supreme Court’s decision
The matter has again brought the debate to the center on the legal definition of gender sensitivity and rape attempt in the judicial system. This decision has raised serious questions on the role of the judiciary and its interpretation in sensitive matters.
