Further observing that rape was not merely a physical assault but also destroyed the whole personality of the survivor, the Court enhanced the appellant’s sentence to seven years imprisonment from five years and also increased the fine amount from ₹1,000 to ₹25,000.
“…it is seen that rape is not merely a physical assault but it destructs the whole personality of the helpless woman. In the present case, the victim is helpless handicapped woman and thus, the present case requires to be dealt with utmost sensitivity,” it stated.
The appellant was granted four weeks time by the court in order to surrender.
Source: Barandbench
