Why did the retired professor finally report the abuse after 42 years?

A recent legal notice from her husband to vacate their home served as the immediate trigger, prompting her to break her long silence.

Are there legal resources for victims of spousal abuse in India?

Yes, resources include calling police at 112, Women's Helpline at 181, filing complaints at police stations, and consulting NGOs or lawyers.

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Professor's 42-Year Silence Broken by Abuse Allegations

Q: What allegations did the Bengaluru professor make against her husband?

The professor alleged 42 years of sustained mental, physical, financial, and sexual abuse by her husband, including a recent sexual assault.

17 Dec

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Summary

Woman accuses husband of sustained abuse after 42 years of marriage.
Legal notice to vacate home preceded the abuse complaint.
Allegations include sexual assault and coercion for financial control.

Professor's 42-Year Silence Broken by Abuse Allegations

A 67-year-old retired professor has broken a 42-year silence, alleging sustained mental, physical, financial, and sexual abuse by her 70-year-old husband throughout their marriage. The complaint was lodged with Govindarajnagar police following a legal notice from the husband demanding the couple and their sons vacate their matrimonial home, which is registered solely in his name. The former college principal detailed how her husband allegedly resented her academic achievements.

The professor claimed her husband coerced her into transferring her salary, pension, gratuity, and properties into his name after he lost his job in 1993. She alleges he financially controlled her earnings while continuing the abuse. A recent incident on November 22 involved alleged sexual assault and threats to her life and their sons' lives, purportedly captured on CCTV.