Rape can be proved even if there is no injury to genitals or semen stains: Jammu & Kashmir High Court

"A medical expert treating a rape survivor can only certify about any evidence of recent sexual activity. It is none of his business to opine whether rape is committed or not," the Court added.

High Court of Jammu & Kashmir and Ladakh, Jammu Wing

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17 Aug 2023, 10:54 am

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The High Court of Jammu & Kashmir and Ladakh recently observed that the offence of rape can be established even if there is no injury to the genitals of the survivor or semen stains left behind by the accused. [Bodh Raj v. State of Jammu and Kashmir & Ors.]

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