Commendation of the Supreme Court’s Progressive Observation on Live-in Relationships
Supreme Court grants relief to man in live-in relationship
The court may, based on the length of such relationship and conduct of the parties, presume implied consent of the parties to be in such a relationship, the Supreme Court said
I highly commend the progressive and balanced observation made by the Hon’ble Supreme Court of India in granting relief to a man in a live-in relationship. The Court’s recognition that “based on the length of such relationship and conduct of the parties, implied consent may be presumed” marks a forward-looking stance in protecting individual liberty and evolving societal norms.
This landmark observation acknowledges the reality of modern relationships and affirms the constitutional rights of consenting adults. It strengthens the jurisprudence around dignity, autonomy, and the right to choose one’s partner — without fear of legal persecution or societal stigma.
As an Advocate of the Supreme Court and Chairman of the Indian National Human Rights Protection Council, I strongly support the judiciary’s role in harmonizing traditional values with the dynamic realities of contemporary society. This decision reinforces that human dignity and freedom of choice are essential components of a just legal system.
Such jurisprudence is a significant step toward upholding constitutional morality over social morality, and protecting the personal freedoms guaranteed under Article 21 of the Constitution of India.
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— Dr. Anthony Raju
Advocate, Supreme Court of India
Chairman – Indian National Human Rights Protection Council
