Supreme Court of India · 2017-05-05
Mukesh & Anr vs State For Nct Of Delhi & Ors
- Citation / case number
- AIR 2017 SUPREME COURT 2161
- Court
- Supreme Court of India
- Petitioner
- Mukesh & Anr
- Respondent
- State For Nct Of Delhi & Ors
- Bench
- Dipak Misra, R. Banumathi, Ashok Bhushan
Judgment text excerpt
The Supreme Court addressed the brutal gang rape and murder of a young woman, emphasizing the need for a reliable investigation under Section 161 of the Code of Criminal Procedure (CrPC). The Court held that the investigation must meet legal standards of reliability and acceptability, rejecting claims of bias and flaws in the process. The judgment underscores the importance of thorough scrutiny of evidence in ensuring justice for victims of heinous crimes.