The Supreme Court of India has expressed concerns regarding the inherent risks associated with live-in relationships, particularly in the context of allegations of sexual assault. During a hearing, Justice BV Nagarathna questioned a woman's claim of rape against her partner, highlighting that she had consensually lived with him and even had a child. Justice Nagarathna remarked, 'This is a live-in relationship. She went on to have a child with the man without marriage and now she is saying rape and assault. What is this?' She pointed out that if the relationship was consensual, it should not lead to allegations of sexual assault. The case involved a widow who met the accused under circumstances where he allegedly concealed his existing marriage while promising to marry her. Justice Nagarathna noted the trend of women filing complaints against men for sexual assault after a breakup, indicating the complexities and risks involved in relationships outside of marriage.