WASSAN SINGH vs THE STATE OF PUNJAB

The Supreme Court upheld the High Court's conviction of the appellant under Section 304 Part I IPC, reducing the charge from Section 302 IPC. The Court established that the evidence did not support the intent required for murder under Section 302 IPC, but sufficient evidence existed for a conviction under Section 304 Part I IPC. The appellant's sentence of 10 years rigorous imprisonment was affirmed, reflecting the lesser culpability recognized by the High Court.