RAM SINGH @ CHHAJU vs STATE OF H.P.

The Supreme Court upheld the conviction of the appellant under Section 376 IPC for the offence of rape, affirming the High Court's decision which reversed the acquittal by the Additional Sessions Judge. The Court found that the prosecution had established the charge beyond reasonable doubt, noting the victim's credible testimony and the medical evidence corroborating the occurrence of sexual intercourse. The sentence of ten years rigorous imprisonment and a fine was deemed appropriate, and the appeal was dismissed.