In Brief

In July 2019, the Supreme Court took suo motu cognizance of the Unnao rape case after a victim's letter was received by the Registry on 17 July but not placed before the Bench or Chief Justice until 30 July. The Court ordered the matter be listed the next day and directed the Secretary General to explain the administrative delay in processing the letter. This order underscored the Court's commitment to prompt handling of sensitive criminal matters involving victims and highlighted systemic issues in judicial administration."

The lawyer headnote and full judgment text are available to registered users.