Hema Ram And Ors. vs State Of Rajasthan

The Supreme Court upheld the convictions under Section 302 read with Section 149 IPC for six accused involved in a fatal attack on Bhiya Ram, affirming the Rajasthan High Court's decision. The Court emphasized that the prosecution established the common intention among the accused to commit the crime, and the evidence of eyewitnesses was credible. The appeal was dismissed, and the life sentences were confirmed, reinforcing the principle that collective culpability under Section 149 IPC applies when multiple individuals act in concert to commit an offense.