Santosh Kumar vs State Of M.P

The Supreme Court upheld the conviction of Santosh Kumar under Section 376(2)(g) IPC for the gang rape of Halki Bai, affirming the lower courts' findings that the prosecution established the case beyond reasonable doubt. The Court emphasized the importance of the victim's testimony and corroborative evidence from police witnesses, rejecting the defense's claims of false implication. The sentence of 10 years rigorous imprisonment and a fine was also maintained, reinforcing the seriousness of sexual offenses against women.