BAPPA @ BAPU vs STATE OF MAHARASHTRA

The Supreme Court upheld the conviction of the appellant under Section 307 IPC for attempted murder, affirming the lower courts' findings that the appellant's actions demonstrated intent to kill, despite the defense's argument that the injuries were not severe enough to warrant such a charge. The Court clarified that a conviction under Section 307 IPC requires proof of intent and an overt act, and it is not necessary for the injuries inflicted to be life-threatening. The sentence of ten years' rigorous imprisonment and a fine of Rs. 5,000 was deemed appropriate and not excessive given the circumstances of the case.