In Brief
The petitioner was convicted under IPC Sections 376 (rape) and 342 (wrongful confinement) with sentences of seven years and one year respectively. The High Court affirmed the conviction. The Supreme Court upheld both the conviction and sentence. However, the Court observed that both the trial court and High Court had disclosed the victim's name throughout the proceedings, contrary to Section 228-A IPC, which mandates protection of victim identity. While superior courts have discretion to disclose identity, the Court directed the High Court to amend records and issue practice directions ensuring all trial courts in the state comply with victim protection laws.
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