In Brief
A rape victim whose identity was publicly disclosed by the media sought court protection and relief. After disclosure, she faced severe social ostracism and could not secure housing or employment. The Court held that rape victims deserve full protection of identity and dignity from all authorities and the public. The Court directed the Deputy Commissioner to ensure her minor children receive free government education, to provide housing under government schemes, and to enforce statutory prohibitions on media disclosure of rape victim identities. The Court reaffirmed that no identifying information about rape victims may be published in any media.
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