Which one of the following cases pertains to the misuse of Section 498 A, IPC (now Section 85 of the…

Preeti Gupta discusses exaggerated matrimonial complaints and over-implication of distant relatives under section 498 A. It quashed the complaint against the appellants for abuse of process while also acknowledging the seriousness of genuine dowry-harassment cases. Its caution is therefore not a finding that every cruelty complaint is false or that section 498 A was invalid.

Current law: BNS sections 85 and 86 retain the offence and definition of cruelty from 1 July 2024. The need to scrutinize allegations fairly does not dispense with protection for genuine victims; earlier offences remain subject to savings.