BHARAT BHUSHAN vs STATE OF H.P.

The Supreme Court upheld the conviction of the appellant under Section 376 IPC for the rape of an 11-year-old girl, reversing the trial court's acquittal. The Court found the prosecution's case credible, supported by the testimonies of the victim and corroborating witnesses, including a medical examination confirming the assault. The sentence of five years rigorous imprisonment and a fine of Rs.50,000 was affirmed, with a default imprisonment of one year for non-payment.