SC committee advises judges to drop biased language in sexual assault verdicts
The Supreme Court has published a report from an expert committee that suggests judges adopt a more empathetic tone when presiding over sexual offense trials. The panel advised that those hearing rape and assault cases should steer clear of phrases like "prosecutrix," "helpless woman," "lost her chastity," and "outraged her modesty." Furthermore, the committee recommended that the judiciary prioritize survivor-focused terminology while emphasizing the importance of consent and bodily autonomy.
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