Brij Bhushan acquittal challenged over ‘stereotypical assumptions’ about victims
An appeal has been filed against the acquittal of former WFI chief Brij Bhushan Sharan Singh in a sexual harassment case. The petitioners argue the court's decision relied on stereotypical assumptions about victims rather than evidence.
Why it matters
This case highlights ongoing legal and social debates regarding the treatment of sexual harassment allegations against powerful public figures in India.
NEW DELHI: The Rouse Avenue court has issued notice to former Wrestling Federation of India (WFI) chief Brij Bhushan Sharan Singh and others on an appeal challenging his acquittal in a sexual harassment case involving women wrestlers.Special Judge Dig Vinay Singh sought a response to the appeal and listed the matter for hearing on October 9. The court also directed that the original affidavit and orders containing the names of the victims be placed in a sealed envelope. It further directed the appellant to file a copy of the petition with the victims’ names redacted.The appeal challenges the August 3 order of the Rouse Avenue court, Brij Bhushan and Vinod Tomar in the case.
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