Single-judge Justice Revati Mohite Dere said that if the child/victim is examined expeditiously, he/she would be in a position to recall the incident vividly as it happened, and nail the perpetrator.
“Delay in examination of the child/victim would only stand to benefit the accused,” Justice Dere stated.
She opined that delay in examination would only add to the trauma, as the child/victim will be required to re-live the sexual assault while deposing in Court.
“Delay in trials in cases of sexual abuse of victims, often leads to re-victimization and ignominy, as the trial process itself makes the victim re-live the horrific experience. In case of small children/children of very tender age, due to their vulnerability, it may lead to further trauma,” the order stated.
Source: Barandbench
