State Of Rajasthan vs Hanuman

The Supreme Court held that the High Court's acquittal of Hanuman under Section 302 IPC was erroneous as it disregarded the credible eyewitness testimony and failed to properly assess the medical evidence. The Court emphasized that the evidence of eyewitnesses cannot be dismissed solely based on their relationship to the victim, and the prosecution's failure to explain the injuries on the accused does not negate the established guilt. Consequently, the Supreme Court reinstated the conviction under Section 302 IPC, affirming the life sentence imposed by the Sessions Court.