Calcutta HC advises adolescent girls to 'control sexual urge' and not 'give in to 2 mins of pleasure'

Updated : Oct 21, 2023 19:39
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Calcutta High Court while hearing a teenager's plea against his conviction in rape case, issued a slew of recommendations for adolescent girls and boys. 

The petitioner was sentenced to 20 years in prison for engaging in sexual relations with his romantic partner, who was a minor. 

The court laid down certain duties that must be followed by adolescent girls and boys. 

The court said, urged girls to "control their sexual urges and not give in to two minutes of pleasure" as if she engages in such acts she becomes "loser in the eyes of the society". 

The court further added that it is the duty of the girls to protect the "right to the integrity of her body, dignity and self-worth". 

Calcutta High Court

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