India's Sons

India's Sons is a 2022 documentary film that delves into the plight of Indian men when dealing with false accusations, and the difficulties that occur in getting justice. Directed by journalist Deepika Narayan Bhardwaj and Neeraj Kumar, the film is narrated by actor Karan Oberoi.

Background
The documentary addresses the aftermath of legal amendments made in response to the 2012 Delhi gang rape controversy, which inadvertently created certain alleged loopholes in India's rape laws. While the legislation was reinforced to protect women's rights, it inadvertently undermined certain human rights for men.

India's Sons aims to shed light on the unintended consequences of these changes, particularly the shift in the burden of proof onto the accused, and advocates for a more balanced approach in legal proceedings.

Synopsis
The film follows the lives of several of those falsely accused, featuring cases such as Prince Garg, who was falsely accused of rape and endured five years in jail, despite CCTV evidence proving he was miles away from the incident, thwarting his dream of becoming a Chartered Accountant at the age of 18. Despite acquittal, societal rejection lingers, hindering his ability to restart his career.

Featuring testimonies from former IPS Officer Amitabh Thakur, Jagmohan, Late Arvind Bharti, and others, the documentary presents numerous accounts

India's Sons also documents a full-fledged racket in Rajasthan, where an organized group, comprising High Court lawyers, women, and police, exploited false rape accusations to extort money from affluent individuals. The film delves into various instances that raise questions about the functioning of the legal system and presents data from the National Crime Records Bureau, highlighting the abuse of rape laws.