JAMEEL vs STATE OF MAHARASHTRA

The Supreme Court upheld the conviction of the appellant under Sections 363, 376 read with Section 511 and Section 377 IPC for the abduction and sexual assault of a minor. The Court emphasized the importance of the testimonies of the prosecutrix and her parents, which were found credible despite the absence of an identification parade. The appellant's argument regarding his age under the Juvenile Justice (Care and Protection of Children) Act was dismissed, affirming the sentence of rigorous imprisonment and fines imposed by the lower courts.