State Of M.P vs Sangram & Ors

The Supreme Court held that the High Court's reduction of the sentence under Section 307 read with Section 34 IPC was inadequate and unsatisfactory, as it failed to consider the evidence presented during the trial. The Court emphasized the mandatory duty of the appellate court to examine witness testimonies and the records before altering a conviction or sentence. Consequently, the Supreme Court set aside the High Court's order and restored the original sentence imposed by the trial court, highlighting the importance of proper judicial reasoning and adherence to procedural mandates under the Code of Criminal Procedure.