https://www.taxtmi.com/caselaws?id=305209 The SC set aside the Kerala HC's order quashing criminal proceedings against five accused of rape, emphasizing that the HC erred in its judgment by prematurely dismissing the case based on the victim's statements. The SC highlighted that the power to quash should be used sparingly and underscored the importance of allowing investigations to proceed without interference. The SC directed the Investigating Agency to continue its investigation, reinforcing the need to follow due process and avoid making inappropriate comments about the victim's character. The appeals were allowed, reinstating the investigation. en-us Wed, 17 Feb 1999 00:00:00 +0530 Tue, 07 Jan 2025 16:08:00 +0530 TaxTMI RSS Generator https://www.taxtmi.com/caselaws?id=305209 The SC set aside the Kerala HC's order quashing criminal proceedings against five accused of rape, emphasizing that the HC erred in its judgment by prematurely dismissing the case based on the victim's statements. The SC highlighted that the power to quash should be used sparingly and underscored the importance of allowing investigations to proceed without interference. The SC directed the Investigating Agency to continue its investigation, reinforcing the need to follow due process and avoid making inappropriate comments about the victim's character. The appeals were allowed, reinstating the investigation. Case-Laws Indian Laws Wed, 17 Feb 1999 00:00:00 +0530 https://www.taxtmi.com/caselaws?id=305209