Hukam Chand vs State Of Haryana

The Supreme Court upheld the conviction of the appellant under Section 302 IPC for murder, affirming the life sentence and a fine of Rs. 50,000. The Court rejected the appellant's claim of self-defense, determining that the evidence did not support a lesser charge under Section 304 IPC. The Court emphasized that the injuries inflicted were severe and fatal, justifying the conviction under the more serious charge of murder.