SHAMNSAHEB M. MULTTANI vs STTATE OF KARNATAKA

The Supreme Court addressed the issue of whether an accused charged under Section 302 IPC could be convicted under Section 304B IPC without the latter being included in the charges. The Court held that it is permissible to convict under Section 304B IPC if the evidence supports such a conviction, even if not specifically charged, as per Section 221 of the Code of Criminal Procedure. The Court ultimately upheld the conviction of the husband for dowry death under Section 304B IPC and Section 498A IPC, affirming the High Court's decision to impose life imprisonment.