Ep. 58: Misogyny and our Legal System
The Seen and the Unseen - hosted by Amit Varma
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Inconsistencies in Consent Cases
This chapter examines a high court's approach to affirmative consent cases, highlighting the discrepancies in interpreting witness memory and the prioritization of defendants' perspectives over victims' accounts. It critiques the judicial system's handling of sexual assault cases, particularly regarding intoxication and gender bias, revealing a troubling disconnect between legal principles and victims' lived experiences.
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