Parhlad And Anr vs The State Of Haryana

The Supreme Court upheld the conviction of the appellants under Sections 363, 366A, and 376(2)(g) IPC, affirming that the prosecutrix was below sixteen years of age, thus incapable of giving consent. The Court found that the High Court's assessment of evidence, including testimonies and the school leaving certificate, was sound and did not warrant interference. The Court emphasized that the prosecutrix was misled by her uncle, leading to her sexual assault, and reiterated that consent was not applicable in such circumstances.