I think this judgment relays a very stern warning to those who even contemplate doing this type of heinous act.  Any act of rape is below the dignity of any human being irrespective of the rapist's age.  Accordingly, all rape cases ought to be treated without any mercy.  This writer holds a firm belief that once the guilt of rape is proven through the legal proceedings, it should call for automatic 'hanging' - no ifs and buts.  No consideration ought to be given whether the rapist was underage, in a intoxicated state of  mind, belonging to any particular party and has affiliation with any specific family  The law ought to be very clear and simple for a common to understand.  This should be a law to be followed nationwide.  I am sure the proper judgment in this case will be very conducive to reduce substantially, if not eliminate, the rap cases in the country which provides a big relief to the female community in India- especially a sigh of relief for the victim family.  FINALLY, THE INDIAN JUDICIAL SYSTEM HAS SPOKEN.