Himachal HC slams doctors for performing 2-finger test on rape victim

Noting that the doctors at the Palampur Civil Hospital conducted the banned two-finger test on a minor rape victim, the Himachal Pradesh High Court recently slammed the doctors and directed the State to pay Rs 5 lakh compensation to the child and later recover the amount from the erring doctors. Apart from this, the court has also asked the State to hold an inquiry against all the concerned doctors.

Taking note of the medico-legal certificate issued by the Hospital, the HC bench comprising Justices Tarlok Singh Chauhan and Satyen Vaidya observed that the "two-finger test, which as per the medical term, is called "per-vaginum examination" is strictly prohibited under the guidelines and protocols, which are also adopted by the Government of Himachal Pradesh.

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Doctors Face High Court Wrath For Performing 2 Finger Test On Rape Survivor, Slapped 5 Lakh Compensation