Pandurang Sitaram Bhagwat vs State Of Maharashtra

The Supreme Court upheld the conviction of the Appellant under Section 354 IPC for outraging the modesty of Alka Dilip Phadtare, emphasizing that the trial court's finding was based on credible evidence despite the acquittal of co-accused under Sections 323, 504, and 506 IPC. The Court noted that the testimony of the complainant was consistent and credible, rejecting the defense's claims of false implication. The appeal was dismissed, affirming the sentence of three months rigorous imprisonment and a fine of Rs. 1,000, with Rs. 500 to be paid as compensation to the complainant.