SURENDRA CHOUHAN vs STATE OF M.P.

The Supreme Court upheld the conviction of Surendra Chauhan under Section 314/34 IPC for causing the death of Alpana during an illegal abortion. The Court emphasized that the prosecution must prove the involvement of the accused in the act leading to the death, which was established through the testimonies and medical evidence presented. The appeal was granted, but the conviction and sentence of seven years rigorous imprisonment and a fine were affirmed, highlighting the seriousness of the crime under the IPC.