Justice Served: Court Doubles Compensation for Rape Survivor, Boosting Hope for Minor Victims Under POCSO Act: Gujarat High Court
In a landmark judgment delivered on March 28, 2025, the High Court of Gujarat has enhanced the compensation awarded to a minor rape victim under the Protection of Children from Sexual Offences Act, 2012 (POCSO Act) and Indian Penal Code (IPC) sections. The case, filed under R/CR.A/2637/2023, was initially heard by the Special (POCSO) Judge and Additional Sessions Judge, Bharuch. The victim, a 14-year-old girl, had been kidnapped, raped multiple…
