False Rape Accusations Not Uncommon': Rajasthan High Court Acquits Convict Citing Animosity Between Parties, Lack Of Medical Evidence

The Rajasthan High Court has acquitted an accused individual in a rape case, citing the absence of crucial medical evidence and significant procedural violations that occurred during the course of the police investigation. The court emphasized the importance of adhering to proper investigative procedures and the necessity of corroborative medical evidence in cases of sexual assault. The acquittal highlights the potential consequences of lapses in investigation and the lack of adherence to established legal protocols in criminal proceedings.