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Adultery law in India and why police visit hotels
short by / on Friday, 17 July, 2026
Adultery is not a crime in India after the Supreme Court struck down Section 497 in 2018. However, police may visit hotels for reasons like missing person cases or illegal activities. Consenting adults have a right to privacy and cannot be harassed. People should also be aware of blackmail scams and report any such incidents immediately.
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