The Supreme Court ruled that a child witness’s credible and consistent testimony can form the sole basis for conviction without corroboration. It held that mere delay in recording the statement does not render it unreliable, reaffirming legal standards for child testimony.

The appreciation and admissibility of evidence in India are governed by the Indian Evidence Act, 1872, and Bharatiya Sakshya Adhiniyam, 2023. This study examines key principles, judicial interpretations, and challenges shaping the role of evidence in ensuring justice.