Legal Updates 19 October 2026
Women on Death Row in India: Rare but Real Cases
India’s courts have sentenced only a handful of women to death, highlighting the rarity of female execution in the country. Recent cases in Meerut underline legal hurdles, appeal routes, and the Supreme Court’s role in reviewing high‑court decisions.
According to a *Business Standard* article, female death sentences in India remain extremely uncommon. The piece examines a Meerut case where the high court upheld a death penalty for a woman, prompting a Supreme Court appeal.
- Death sentences for women are rare, usually involving grave offenses.
- Convicted individuals can challenge high‑court rulings before the Supreme Court.
- The Supreme Court reviews the case and may order a stay or modify the sentence.
Read the full story here: Meerut death sentences: How often do women face execution in India?
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