Virginity test on female accused sexist, unconstitutional, says Delhi High Court
Feb 07 2023, 08:08 PM ISTThe Delhi High Court said that no legal procedure allows for a 'virginity test' and that such testing is inhumane. According to Justice Sharma, the virginity test conducted on a female detainee, accused person under investigation, or person in custody is ruled unconstitutional and in violation of Article 21 of the Constitution, which includes the right to dignity.