Performing illicit acts within the sacred sanctum of a historical temple.
Following the discovery of the videos, Devanathan was arrested. The legal proceedings highlighted several key issues:
In the religious context, fabricated "MMS scandals" have targeted priests, pastors, and maulvis to discredit them. Typically, a fake video is either:
: Devanathan initially fled with his family but surrendered on November 16, 2009 , after his bail application was rejected. He was charged under multiple sections of the Indian Penal Code, including acts intended to outrage religious feelings and later, rape (Section 376). Social Media and Public Discussion
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: He was booked under IPC Section 295(A) (deliberate and malicious acts intended to outrage religious feelings) and for criminal intimidation .