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IN THE GAUHATI HIGH COURT (HIGH COURT OF ASSAM, NAGALAND, MIZORAM & ARUNACHAL PRADESH)
MICHAEL ZOTHANKHUMA, KAUSHIK GOSWAMI
Babun Sarma, S/o. Late Niranjan Sarma – Appellant
Versus
State of Assam, Represented by the Public Prosecutor, Assam – Respondent
| Table of Content |
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| 1. overview of the case and initial findings. (Para 2 , 3 , 4) |
| 2. arguments regarding the credibility of the victim's testimony. (Para 6 , 7 , 8) |
| 3. analysis of witness credibility and the importance of victim testimony. (Para 9 , 22 , 24 , 26 , 28) |
| 4. the victim's consistent testimony establishes the offence. (Para 10 , 12) |
| 5. definition and implications of aggravated penetrative sexual assault. (Para 29 , 32 , 34) |
| 6. final judgment and dismissal of appeal. (Para 35 , 36 , 37 , 38) |
JUDGMENT :
Kaushik Goswami, J.
Heard Ms. B. Sarma, learned Amicus Curiae appointed by this Court to represent the appellant in the present criminal appeal. Also heard Ms. A. Begum, learned Additional Public Prosecutor appearing for the state respondent, and Ms. N. Deka, learned Legal Aid Counsel to represent the informant/victim.
2. The present criminal appeal is directed against the judgment and order dated 10.08.2022 passed by the learned Additional Judge cum Special Judge (POCSO), Kamrup (M), in Sessions (Spl.) Case No.43/2021, whereby the appellant was convicted under Section 6 of the Protection of Children from Sexual Offences Act, 2012 (hereinafter referred to as the ‘POCSO Act’) and senten
In cases of sexual assault against minors, credible testimony from the victim can suffice for conviction without corroboration, emphasizing the need for sensitivity in handling such cases.
The testimony of a minor victim in sexual assault cases is sufficient for conviction without corroboration, as long as it is credible and inspires confidence.
A conviction for sexual offences against minors can be based solely on the victim's testimony if it is credible and trustworthy, without the need for corroboration.
The sole testimony of a victim in sexual assault cases can suffice for conviction if credible, without needing corroboration unless compelling reasons exist.
The court affirmed that the victim's consistent testimony suffices for conviction in sexual assault cases, reinforcing that age determination and credibility of the witness are pivotal in such judgme....
The sole testimony of a victim in sexual assault cases can suffice for conviction if credible, emphasizing the stringent punishment under the POCSO Act.
The court emphasized the importance of the victim's consistent testimony and medical evidence in cases of sexual assault. It highlighted the presumption of certain offences under the POCSO Act, which....
The reliability of the victim's testimony and the lack of requirement for corroboration in cases of sexual assault were central legal principles established in the judgment.
The testimony of a child victim under the POCSO Act, if credible, does not require corroboration for conviction, and minor discrepancies should not undermine a reliable prosecution case.
The testimony of a child victim can suffice for conviction in sexual assault cases, even without corroboration, provided it is credible and trustworthy.
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