Suresh And Anr vs State Of U.P

The Supreme Court clarified the interpretation of Section 34 IPC, establishing that a co-accused sharing a common intention does not need to have committed an overt act to incur liability. The Court emphasized that Section 34 embodies the principle of vicarious liability, allowing for accountability for actions taken in furtherance of a common intention, which can be formed either prior to or during the commission of the offence. The judgment reinforced that mere presence at the scene and non-dissuasion from the act suffices for liability under this section.