Rajasthan High Court: School Certificate Without Records Can’t Prove Victim’s Minority

The Rajasthan High Court upheld the acquittal of a man accused of kidnapping and rape, ruling that a school certificate alone, without admission forms, mark sheets, or staff testimony, can't prove the victim’s age.

Justice Farjand Ali noted that such entries must be supported by the scholar register and filled admission forms.

The Court also dismissed reliance on ossification tests, terming them mere estimates.

As the alleged victim’s statement indicated consent and no proof of minority was established, the Court dismissed revision pleas by her father and the State, affirming the trial court’s decision.

[Raisuddin v State of Rajasthan, and Ors]