State vs. Accused — SC/ST Act Atrocity case with compensation proceedings

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1. News24 Jun 2026

   No Compensation Without Affidavit: MP High Court Directs SC/ST Victim To Promise She Won't Compromise Case

   After examining the record, the Court noted that the FIR and chargesheet were undisputed and that the offences alleged attracted Clause 44(i) of the Rules, under which compensation of ₹5 lakh is payable to the victim in different stages of ...

   Explanation in simple terms

   What:

   The court decided that a victim must promise not to settle the case to receive financial help.

   Who:

   The victim seeking aid, the accused person, and the Madhya Pradesh High Court acting as the judge.

   When:

   Reported on 24 Jun 2026.

   Where:

   Madhya Pradesh High Court, Madhya Pradesh.

   Why:

   The court requires this formal written promise to ensure the case is not dropped through a private agreement.

   What it means:

   The victim must sign a sworn statement before she can collect the money she is eligible to receive.

   Lawbeat
2. News22 Jun 2026

   MP High Court Makes SC/ST Act Compensation Conditional On Victim's Undertaking Not To Compromise With Accused

   The Madhya Pradesh High Court has directed the victim to file an affidavit undertaking that she will neither enter into a compromise with the accused nor turn hostile during trial, after taking note of the recurring trend in cases under the ...

   Explanation in simple terms

   What:

   The court ordered the victim to sign a statement promising not to drop charges or change her testimony.

   Who:

   The Madhya Pradesh High Court is the court, the victim is the person seeking payment, and the accused is the person facing charges.

   When:

   Reported on 22 Jun 2026.

   Where:

   Madhya Pradesh High Court, Madhya Pradesh.

   Why:

   The court noticed a pattern where victims often settle with the accused or stop supporting their own case.

   What it means:

   The victim must sign this legal promise before the court will grant her the money for damages.

   LiveLaw