Supposed To Guard Nation & Protect Integrity Of Its Citizens: Kerala High Court Denies Bail To Soldier Accused In POCSO Case

In a recent matter regarding POCSO allegations against a soldier under Sections 12, 11(iv), 18, 6 and 5b(iv) of the Protection of Children from Sexual Offences Act, 2012, the Kerala High Court has observed that “allegations [against a soldier] has to be viewed more seriously. He is supposed to guard the nation, and the dignity and integrity of its citizens.”A single bench of Justice...