Gang Rape | Penetrative Act By One Can Implicate All If There's Common Intention; Need Not Prove Rape By All : Supreme Court

Supreme Court ruled that in gang rape cases, penetrative act by one accused can implicate all if common intention is established. This significant interpretation of Section 376D IPC expands accountability in sexual assault cases while maintaining due process safeguards. The judgment provides clarity on establishing collective responsibility in group offenses without diluting the requirement to prove individual roles beyond reasonable doubt.