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In a landmark judgment, the Supreme Court of India ruled that cases involving sexual harassment cannot be quashed solely on the grounds of a compromise or settlement between the involved parties. This ruling reinforces the judicial system’s commitment to addressing sexual harassment as a societal concern rather than a private matter. The court emphasized that allowing settlements to dismiss such cases would undermine the severity of sexual harassment, affecting workplace safety and justice for victims.
The judgment has been widely welcomed by women’s rights advocates who have argued that settlements often undermine the pursuit of justice. By affirming that such cases cannot be dismissed through private agreements, the court sets a precedent for accountability, aiming to create safer spaces in workplaces across the country.
