State of Maharashtra vs Vijay Jadhav and others — Shakti Mills gangrape case

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1. Judgment25 Nov 2021

   Shakti Mills gang-rape case: Bombay HC sets aside death penalty, sends three accused to life imprisonment

   The trio, through their lawyer, had told the court the death sentence violated their fundamental right to life guaranteed under Article 21 of the...

   Explanation in simple terms

   The Bombay High Court has changed the punishment for three men convicted in the Shakti Mills gang-rape case. While the court upheld their conviction for the crime, it decided to cancel their death sentences. Instead, the three men will now serve life imprisonment for the remainder of their natural lives. This means they will remain in prison for the rest of their days rather than facing execution.

   firstpost.com
2. News25 Nov 2021

   [Shakti Mills Gangrape Case] “Death puts an end to the concept of repentance," Bombay High Court commutes

   Confirming the conviction of three accused in the gangrape of a photojournalist in the Shakti Mills compound in August 2013, the Bombay High Court on...

   Explanation in simple terms

   The Bombay High Court has changed the death sentences of the men convicted in the Shakti Mills gangrape case to life imprisonment. The judges explained that because the death penalty ends any chance for a person to feel regret or change their ways, life in prison is a more appropriate punishment. This decision means the convicts will remain in jail for the rest of their lives instead of being executed.

   lawbeat.in