In 2009, a 10-year-old Dalit girl named Shanti was raped and murdered, leading to the conviction and death sentence of the accused in 2012, which was later reduced to life imprisonment by Allahabad HC in 2022. However, the Supreme Court, citing lack of proper legal assistance during trial, acquitted the man in 2024, raising questions about the judiciary’s handling of evidence and procedures. This case highlights the need for improved training for judges, compensation for wrongfully convicted individuals, and accountability for faulty police investigations in heinous crimes.
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