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The Court rejected Honey-trap theory and held that the BrahMos engineer is not guilty of espionage, but liable only for negligence under Official Secrets Act
Honey trap typically involves an individual, often an intelligence agent, who assumes a false identity and cultivates a relationship with the target. Such a relationship is built on the foundation of trust and intimacy exploiting the target’s vulnerability and desires.
The Court held that while delay in reporting rape is not always material, in the present case, it is crucial due to the complainant’s history and the timing of her allegations.
The Former Resident Additional Collector had also set up a honey trap for the District Collector in order to gain access to some controversial land clearance files.