(1.) This appeal has been preferred by the accused appellant against the judgment and order dated 1-5-2000 by which the learned Additional Sessions Judge Nimbaheda convicted the accused appellants for offence under S. 376(2)(f), IPC and sentenced him to 10 years' R.I. and a fine of Rs. 500/- and in default of payment of fine, to further undergo 3 months' S.I.
(2.) This appeal arises in the following circumstances :
(3.) The learned Additional Sessions Judge vide order dated 16-7-99 framed charge for offence under S. 376(2)(f) IPC against the accused appellant who pleaded not guilty and claimed trial.