Dharma Radaka Walvi vs State Of Maharashtra

The Supreme Court upheld the conviction of the appellant under Sections 302 IPC and 201 IPC for the murder of his wife, affirming the life sentence imposed by the lower courts. The Court found that the prosecution established the motive and the act of strangulation during a quarrel, supported by extra-judicial confessions made to multiple witnesses. The Court also noted the appellant's inconsistent statements and failure to report the incident to the police, which further corroborated his guilt.