Supreme Court of India · 2022-11-02
THE STATE OF MAHARASHTRA vs MAROTI
- Citation / case number
- SC 2022/858
- Court
- Supreme Court of India
- Petitioner
- THE STATE OF MAHARASHTRA
- Respondent
- MAROTI
- Author
- HON'BLE MR. JUSTICE AJAY RASTOGI
- Bench
- HON'BLE MR. JUSTICE C.T. RAVIKUMAR HON'BLE MR. JUSTICE AJAY RASTOGI
Judgment text excerpt
The Supreme Court overturned the Bombay High Court's decision to quash an FIR under the Protection of Children from Sexual Offences Act, 2012, emphasizing the need for legitimate prosecution in cases involving sexual assault against minors. The Court criticized the High Court for prematurely dismissing the case without allowing the evidence to be examined. This judgment reinforces the importance of safeguarding children's rights and ensuring that allegations of sexual offenses are thoroughly investigated.