MALKHANSINGH vs STATE OF M.P.

The Supreme Court upheld the conviction of the appellants under Section 376(2)(G) IPC for gang rape and Section 506 IPC for criminal intimidation, affirming the trial court's sentence of ten years rigorous imprisonment and a fine of Rs. 2,000 each. The Court found that the prosecution had established the elements of the crime beyond reasonable doubt, despite the acquittal under the Scheduled Castes & Scheduled Tribes (Prevention of Atrocities) Act, 1989. The Court emphasized the importance of protecting the dignity and safety of women, particularly in cases of sexual violence.