My friend got into a small argument with a woman, and unfortunately, his grandmother passed away shortly after. In his grief, he reacted poorly and slapped the woman. She filed a complaint against him and another friend who tried to stop the fight. Now, with the elections around the corner, things are extra sensitive. The woman belongs to a Scheduled Caste community. What should we do in this situation?

In India, slapping someone is considered assault and can have serious consequences. The fact that the woman belongs to a Scheduled Caste community makes this situation even more sensitive under the Scheduled Castes and Scheduled Tribes (Prevention of Atrocities) Act. It is crucial to seek legal advice immediately from a lawyer specializing in this area. The case should be handled with utmost care and sensitivity to avoid further escalation.