Indian Penal Code, 1860, Section 498-A

Indian Penal Code, 1860—Section 498-A—Demand of dowry—Acquittal not assailed before the higher forum—Held, allegation of demand of dowry was incorrect and untruthful and it can unhesitatingly be stated that such an act creates mental trauma in the mind of the husband as no one would like to face a criminal proceeding of this nature on baseless and untruthful allegations—Hindu Marriage Act, 1955, Section 13(1) (ia), Mental cruelty.

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