Mohan Bamne @ Salim Son of Ganesh Bamne v. State of Rajasthan
Case brief
What is this about?
This criminal appeal challenged a conviction for rape and POCSO offences. The High Court held that the prosecution failed to prove its case beyond reasonable doubt, as the victim’s testimony was inconsistent and unsupported by medical or other evidence. The conviction was set aside and the appellant acquitted.
What did the court decide?
The conviction and sentence dated 21-10-2019 passed by the trial court were set aside. The appellant was acquitted and ordered to be released forthwith if not required in any other case.