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Key Arguments In SC By Rahul Gandhi’s Counsel Singhvi That Led To Stay On Conviction

Dr Abhishek Manu Singhvi appeared before the bench on behalf of Rahul Gandhi. A three-judge bench of Justices BR Gavai, PS Narasimha and Sanjay Kumar heard Gandhi’s plea against the Gujarat High Court’s order of conviction. These are the key points from Abhishek Manu Singhvi’s arguments on behalf of Gandhi: 1. Singhvi pointed out that the original surname of complainant BJP MLA Purnesh Modi is … Continue reading Key Arguments In SC By Rahul Gandhi’s Counsel Singhvi That Led To Stay On Conviction

How Can Rape Be ‘Natural’? – Kavita Krishnan

The Raghavji case should generate new laws, not homophobic jokes from politicians Charges of sexual assault, rape, sexual exploitation, or sex-for-favours against political leaders are pretty common. Sexual violence, after all, is about power, not desire. And who has more power than MPs, MLAs and leaders from the country’s ruling parties? So what’s new in the Raghavji case that hasn’t already been seen in the … Continue reading How Can Rape Be ‘Natural’? – Kavita Krishnan