Right now, Indian law says no; unless the wife is under 18. But petitioners are arguing that even adult wives deserve legal protection. The Court isn’t rushing to change the law. Instead, it’s quietly asking: Is this something judges should fix; or is it Parliament’s job? The Centre agrees; it’s a policy matter, not just a legal one. What makes this even more complex? The law currently treats a married woman’s consent as assumed. That’s being challenged as unconstitutional. A 2022 Karnataka High Court case called it “sexual slavery.” Now, the SC will decide whether to let Parliament rewrite the law; or step in to protect adult women. One thing’s clear: this isn’t just about marriage. It’s about consent, equality, and who gets to define justice.