Puran Chand vs State Of H.P

The Supreme Court upheld the conviction of the appellant under Section 376 IPC for rape and Section 506-I IPC for criminal intimidation, confirming a seven-year sentence and a fine of Rs. 5,000. The Court emphasized the importance of the victim's testimony and the psychological impact of the crime, noting that the victim's delayed reporting was due to fear instilled by the accused. The judgment reinforced the principle that the credibility of the victim's account is paramount in sexual assault cases, leading to the dismissal of the appeal.