‘Lack of Sensitivity’: A Closer Look at the Supreme Court’s Stay on the Allahabad HC Order In a move that has stirred nationwide debate, the Supreme Court of India has intervened by staying an order from the Allahabad High Court. The controversial ruling had stated that actions like grabbing a minor’s breasts and breaking the strings of her pyjamas did not amount to rape or attempted rape. This blog article delves into the details of the case, examines the legal perspectives involved, and reflects on the broader implications for judicial sensitivity in handling cases of sexual assault. The Controversial Ruling The Allahabad High Court’s decision came after a case in Kasganj district, Uttar Pradesh, where a minor was allegedly subjected to sexual assault. According to reports, the incident occurred in November 2021 when a minor, while returning home, was offered a ride by two local men. During the journey, one of the accused is reported to have grabbed the girl’s breasts and tampered...