PARAMJIT vs STATE OF HARYANA

The Supreme Court upheld the conviction of the appellants under Section 302 read with Section 34 IPC for the murder of Ram Chander, affirming the Punjab & Haryana High Court's decision. The Court found that the prosecution established a clear case of conspiracy and joint liability among the accused, as they acted in concert during the attack. The sentence of life imprisonment and the enhanced fine were confirmed, emphasizing the gravity of the offense and the need for deterrence.