State vs. Sanji Ram and others — Kathua Rape Case

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1. News10 Jun 2019

   Kathua child rape and murder: Three men given life sentences

   Three are given life sentences for the rape and murder of an eight-year-old Muslim girl last year.

   Explanation in simple terms

   What:

   A court sentenced three men to life in prison for the rape and murder of a girl.

   Who:

   The District and Sessions Court in Pathankot sentenced Sanji Ram and two other men convicted of these crimes.

   When:

   Reported on 10 Jun 2019.

   Where:

   District and Sessions Court, Pathankot.

   Why:

   The court reached this decision because the men were convicted of the rape and murder of the child.

   What it means:

   These three men will serve life sentences for their roles in the crime.

   BBC News India
2. Judgment10 Jun 2019

   Breaking | Kathua Rape Case Verdict | 6 out of 7 accused found guilty; 3 convicts sentenced to life imprisonment and 3 with 5 years imprisonment

   As reported by media, In the barbarous Kathua Rape case, the rape and murder of an 8-year old girl in Jammu and Kashmir, District and Sessions Judge...

   Explanation in simple terms

   What:

   A court gave its final decision in a criminal case regarding a rape and murder.

   Who:

   The District and Sessions Judge presided over the trial of seven people accused of these crimes.

   When:

   Reported on 10 Jun 2019.

   Where:

   District and Sessions Court, Pathankot, Jammu and Kashmir.

   Why:

   The judge found six of the seven people guilty of the crimes they were accused of.

   What it means:

   Three people must serve life imprisonment and three people must serve five years of imprisonment.

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