Viran Gyanlal Rajput vs The State Of Maharashtra

The Supreme Court upheld the death sentence awarded to Viran Gyanlal Rajput for the kidnapping, rape, and murder of a 13-year-old girl, confirming the convictions under Sections 302 and 201 IPC, and Sections 4 and 10 of the Protection of Children from Sexual Offences Act, 2012. The Court maintained the High Court's decision, except for overturning the conviction under Section 10 of the POCSO Act due to lack of specific charge. The judgment emphasized the gravity of the offences and the necessity of stringent punishment under Section 302 IPC.