NEKU KHAN vs STATE OF RAJASTHAN

The Supreme Court upheld the conviction of Neku Khan under Sections 376, 147, 323/149, 342, 458, and 366 IPC, affirming the findings of the Rajasthan High Court. The Court established that the prosecution proved the elements of rape and abduction beyond reasonable doubt, rejecting the defense's claim of marriage between the victim and the appellant. The Court emphasized the credibility of the victim's testimony and corroborating witnesses, leading to the dismissal of the appeal and affirmation of the sentence.