GOWRISHANKARA SWAMIGALU vs STATE OF KARNATAKA

The Supreme Court addressed the allegations of unnatural offences under Section 377 IPC against the appellant, a junior Swamiji of Sri Siddaganga Mutt. The Court emphasized the need for prompt investigation and timely filing of FIRs, noting that the delay in lodging the complaint and the subsequent investigation raised questions about the credibility of the evidence. Ultimately, the Court upheld the conviction of the appellant, affirming the lower court's findings and emphasizing the importance of protecting minors from sexual offences.