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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.

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