Supreme Court of India · 2002-05-03
State Of Rajasthan vs Om Prakash
- Citation / case number
- AIR 2002 SUPREME COURT 2235
- Court
- Supreme Court of India
- Petitioner
- State Of Rajasthan
- Respondent
- Om Prakash
- Author
- B.P. Singh
- Bench
- B.P. Singh
Judgment text excerpt
The Supreme Court emphasized the necessity for a sensitive judicial approach when dealing with cases of child rape, noting the lifelong psychological impact on the victim. The Court referenced Article 39 of the Constitution of India, highlighting the State's duty to protect children from abuse and exploitation. The ruling affirms the conviction of an 18-year-old accused for the rape of an eight-year-old child under Section 376 of the Indian Penal Code.