State Of Rajasthan vs Sri Chand

The Supreme Court upheld the acquittal of the accused Sri Chand under Section 376/511 IPC, emphasizing the significance of the 28-hour delay in filing the First Information Report, which raised doubts about the prosecution's case. The Court noted that the absence of an explanation for the delay and inconsistencies in witness testimonies contributed to the reasonable doubt regarding the guilt of the accused. Consequently, the appeal by the State of Rajasthan was dismissed, affirming the lower court's decision.