Allahabad HC says oral sex with minor not 'aggravated sexual assault', sparks row

The Allahabad High Court's observation that oral sex with a minor does not come under the 'aggravated sexual assault' category under the Pocso Act has sparked a row on social media.

The Allahabad High Court's observation stating that oral sex with a minor does not come under the 'aggravated sexual assault' category under the Pocso Act has sparked a row on social media.

Several users on social media have criticised the court's observation, pointing out the Supreme Court's earlier order which stated that 'skin-to-skin' contact was not necessary for the offence of sexual assault under the Pocso act.