Section 164 CrPC in Rape Cases: Evidentiary Value of Victim’s Statement
Rape is a serious offence that affects a person’s physical integrity, dignity and mental well-being. In many rape cases, the incident takes place in private circumstances where there may be no eyewitnesses. Because of this, the victim’s statement can become an important part of the investigation and trial. One important legal question is whether an...
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Can a Rape Conviction Be Based on the Victim’s Statement Under Section 164 CrPC?
Rape is one of the most serious offences affecting a person’s physical integrity, dignity and mental well-being. In many sexual offence cases, the incident takes place in private, meaning there may be no eyewitnesses. As a result, the victim’s statement can play a crucial role in the investigation and trial. One important legal question is...
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