STATE OF ORISSA vs THAKARA BESRA

The Supreme Court overturned the High Court's acquittal of the accused under Section 376 IPC, emphasizing the importance of the prosecutrix's testimony and the physical evidence collected during the investigation. The Court found that the High Court had erred in re-evaluating the evidence and dismissing the conviction based on minor inconsistencies. The Supreme Court reinstated the conviction and upheld the five-year sentence imposed by the Sessions Court, highlighting the gravity of the crime and the need for justice for the victim.