and discussion of evidence made above. 38. Consequently, the appellant deserves to be acquitted giving him the benefit of doubt. Hence, the judgment dated 25th November, 2003 and order of sentence dated 27th November, 2003 passed by the trial Court and judgment dated 10th May, 2019 passed by the High Court are hereby quashed and set aside. 39. The appellant is acquitted of the charges. He is in custody and shall be released from the prison forthwith, if his custody is not required in any other case. 40. The appeal is accordingly allowed. 41. Pending application(s), if any, shall stand disposed of. ………………….……….J. (B.R. GAVAI) ………………………….J. (SANDEEP MEHTA) New Delhi; May 07, 2024 20