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39. In the light of the clear language of Section 154 Cr. P.C., it cannot be said that Ex. P1 report disclosing cognizable offence is in any way hit by Section 161 Cr. P.C. In alternative, the contention is that at least Ex. P1 can be looked with suspicion in the light of Ex. P13 and in the light of the changing versions at least on three occasions --Ex. P13, while at police station and again while approaching the Deputy Superintendent of Police -- the evidence of P.W. 1 can not be believed.

40. It is needless to say that this country is a traditional country and in the background of the traditions and honour of the women folk, the conduct of the victim may have to be examined. The course of events, if carefully scrutinized, is so convincing and natural. The victim is a married woman living with the husband, having children. P.W. 3, co-sister of P.W. 1, suggested P.W. 1 that their men are not good and by revealing the heinous crime which had been perpetrated against her by the five accused, it may lead to disruption of matrimonial tie itself. One can visualize the thinking and the mental make up of such a lady while taking a decision and in the light of the explanation given by her clearly, this Court has no hesitation in accepting that the explanation given by her that for the reasons and on the suggestions made by the well-wishers like P.W. 3, initially she thought of just giving the report stating that she was beaten by the accused and not revealing what actually had transpired. The course of events narrated is so natural and convincing. Reasons in detail had been recorded by the learned Judge while accepting the version deposed by P.W. 1. I have carefully and cautiously scrutinised the evidence of P.W. 1 and also evidence of P.W. 3. It is no doubt true that the medical evidence P.W. 12 may not support the version of P.W. 1, the reason being delay. The aspect of delay also was canvassed with all seriousness.