Supreme Court Rules Marriage Does Not Imply Loss of Autonomy in Marital Rape Cases

The Supreme Court of India has taken a definitive stance on the issue of marital rape, ruling that marriage does not automatically strip a spouse of their personal autonomy. In its judgment, the Court emphasized that the right to bodily integrity remains intact even within the bounds of marriage. This decision provides a clear legal framework for addressing cases where one partner claims sexual assault by the other. The ruling is expected to influence future litigation and may prompt revisions in related statutes to better protect individual rights within marital relationships.