Three Delhi gang rape suspects to plead not guilty
There has been anger against public figures perceived to blame women themselves for rape
Three of the five men accused of the abduction, gang rape and murder of a 23-year-old woman in Delhi will plead not guilty to all charges against them, their lawyer has said.
Manohar Lal Sharma told the BBC the three - Mukesh Singh, Akshay Thakur and Ram Singh - should get a fair trial.
The five accused were charged on Monday. The next hearing in the case will be held on Thursday.
The case has shocked India and prompted a debate about the treatment of women.
A sixth suspect, who is thought to be 17, will be tried separately in a youth court if it is confirmed he is a minor.
On Thursday, a magistrate is expected to transfer the case for trial to a special fast-track court.
If convicted, the suspects could face the death penalty. Prosecutors have said they
have extensive forensic evidence.
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