Supreme Court Cautions Against Weaponisation of Rape Law in Relationships Gone Sour

The <b>Supreme Court</b> has raised serious concerns regarding the misuse of penal laws, advising courts to discourage the <b>weaponisation of rape laws</b> in cases involving consensual relationships that have turned sour.<br><br>The judiciary continues to grapple with the fallout of personal disputes spilling into criminal courts, highlighting a systemic burden where serious penal provisions risk being diluted by cases that stem from broken romantic ties rather than genuine criminal intent.<br><br>This judicial observation serves as an essential reminder to protect the integrity of the criminal justice system from personal vendettas.