Absence of Medical Evidence Does Not Weaken Prosecution, Victim's Testimony Corroborated Under Section 164 CrPC Court Upholds POCSO Conviction: Gauhati High Court
In a landmark judgment delivered by the Assam High Court, the conviction of Jiten Ray under Section 376AB of the Indian Penal Code and Section 6 of the Protection of Children from Sexual Offences (POCSO) Act was upheld, underscoring the commitment of the judiciary to protecting the rights of vulnerable children. Case Overview The case involved Jiten Ray, accused of sexually assaulting a minor girl. The court examined extensive testimonies…
