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Supreme Court on Dowry Eradication
December 19 , 2025
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- The Supreme Court said that dowry eradication is an urgent constitutional and social necessity.
- The directions were issued in the case of State of Uttar Pradesh vs Ajmal Beg.
- The Court directed States to appoint Dowry Prohibition Officers (DPOs) under the Dowry Prohibition Act, 1961.
- High Courts were asked to ensure speedy disposal of cases under Section 304-B (dowry death) and Section 498-A (cruelty) of the Indian Penal Code (IPC).
- The Court directed regular training of police and judicial officers for proper handling of dowry-related cases.
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