VADLA CHANRAIAH vs STATE OF A.P

The Supreme Court examined whether the appellant committed murder under Section 302 IPC or culpable homicide not amounting to murder under Section 304 Part-II IPC. The Court upheld the findings of the lower courts that the appellant caused the death of Manik Rao with a sharp weapon, rejecting the argument of lack of motive and inconsistencies in witness testimonies. The Court concluded that the nature of the act was intentional and deliberate, affirming the conviction under Section 302 IPC.