SUDHAKAR vs STATE OF MAHARASHTRA

The Supreme Court upheld the conviction of the appellants under Section 376(2)(g) and Section 34 IPC for gang-rape, affirming that the evidence presented, including medical reports and witness testimonies, sufficiently established the crime. The Court also addressed the subsequent suicide of the victim, Ms. Rakhi, adding charges under Section 306 IPC, emphasizing the link between the trauma from the rape and her death. The sentence of seven years rigorous imprisonment and a fine was confirmed, highlighting the seriousness of sexual offenses and their impact on victims.