Spouse accused of adultery can't invoke right to privacy, says SC | TheBriefWire
Spouse accused of adultery can't invoke right to privacy, says SC
Published 3 July 2026 ยท local
The Supreme Court has ruled that the right to privacy under Article 21 cannot shield a man from disclosing mobile call records and hotel stay
The Supreme Court has ruled that the right to privacy under Article 21 cannot shield a man from disclosing mobile call records and hotel stay details to prove adultery. Upholding the Delhi High Court's decision, the apex court stated that privacy is not absolute and can be restricted in public interest, especially when adultery is a ground for divorce under the Hindu Marriage Act.
Published: July 4, 2026 โข 4:00 AM IST ยท Updated: July 4, 2026 โข 4:32 AM ISTBy TheBriefWire Editorial Team
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The Supreme Court has ruled that the right to privacy under Article 21 cannot shield a man from disclosing mobile call records and hotel stay details to prove adultery.
Upholding the Delhi High Court's decision, the apex court stated that privacy is not absolute and can be restricted in public interest, especially when adultery is a ground for divorce under the Hindu Marriage Act.