In which of the following cases, it was held that 'if no member of public present at the time of making…
Hutu Ansari alias Futu Ansar v. State of Jharkhand is the decision described. The Supreme Court found that only members of the complainant’s family were present and that the…
Choose your answer
In which of the following cases, it was held that 'if no member of public present at the time of making derogatory remarks against the complainant, clause (r) or (s) of Section 3(1) of SC and ST (Prevention of Atrocities) Act, 1989 shall not be attracted ?
Answer and explanation
Correct answer B
Hutu Ansari alias Futu Ansar v. State of Jharkhand is the decision described. The Supreme Court found that only members of the complainant’s family were present and that the evidence did not establish the required public view. It therefore held that the caste-abuse and humiliation offences under section 3(1)(r) and (s) were not made out on those facts.
Practice for these exams
-
Rajasthan APO