Mohibur Rahman And Anr. vs State Of Assam

The Supreme Court upheld the conviction of the accused-appellants under Sections 302/34 and 201/34 IPC, affirming the life sentences imposed by the trial Court and High Court. The Court emphasized that conviction based on circumstantial evidence requires a complete chain of incriminating circumstances, which must point solely to the guilt of the accused. The evidence included the last seen testimony and recovery of the deceased's body parts, establishing a strong circumstantial case against the accused.