OM PRAKASH vs STATE OF HARYANA

The Supreme Court upheld the conviction of accused Om Prakash and Kartar Singh under Section 376(2)(g) IPC for the rape of a 15-year-old girl, affirming the High Court's decision. The Court emphasized that the prosecution established the elements of rape, including the victim's age and the circumstances of the crime, despite the delay in reporting. The conviction of Chhoti under Section 109 IPC for aiding the commission of the crime was also affirmed, reinforcing the principle that abetment in such offenses is punishable under the law.