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march 1977

Supreme Court of India · 1977-03-07

ASHOK KUMAR vs STATE (DELHI ADMINISTRATION)

Citation / case number
SC 1976/60835
Court
Supreme Court of India
Petitioner
ASHOK KUMAR
Respondent
STATE (DELHI ADMINISTRATION)
Author
P.K. GOSWAMI
Bench
P.K. GOSWAMI

Judgment text excerpt

The Supreme Court upheld the conviction of Ashok Kumar under Section 302/34 IPC for the murder of Rajinder Kumar, affirming the Delhi High Court's decision. The Court established that the presence of common intention among the accused was evident, as they acted in concert to avenge the alleged kidnapping of their sister. The Court confirmed the life sentence imposed, emphasizing the gravity of the crime and the need for deterrence in such violent acts.

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