SC says: Rape case against advocate doesn't hold up—evidence matters

India Nov 24, 2025

The Supreme Court has thrown out a rape case against an advocate, saying the relationship was consensual and not forced.
The judges pointed out that serious accusations like rape need solid proof, not just personal disappointment or misunderstandings about marriage promises.

What the court clarified about consent and false promises

Justices BV Nagarathna and R Mahadevan explained that real evidence of violence or coercion is needed to prove rape.
They also said believing in a marriage promise can mean consent, but if that promise was made in bad faith, it's different.
Still, they warned: not every broken promise equals rape—credible evidence is key.