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The Supreme Court has ruled that consensual sexual acts between adults cannot be retroactively criminalized merely because the relationship ends. The court emphasized the importance of distinguishing between genuine cases of sexual assault and those where consent was obtained through deception. The judgment highlighted a concerning trend of using criminal law to settle personal disputes after relationships sour. The court cautioned against the misuse of rape laws, stressing that such misuse undermines the gravity of the offence and subjects individuals to stigma and injustice. The ruling underscored the need for courts to view relationships holistically and not solely from the perspective of their end.
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