SUKHRAM vs STATE OF MAHARASHTRA

The Supreme Court, while considering an appeal under Section 2(a) of the Supreme Court (Enlargement of Criminal Appellate Jurisdiction) Act, 1970, upheld the conviction of the appellants under Sections 302 and 201 read with Section 34 IPC for the murder of Meerabai, rejecting their acquittal under Sections 304-B and 498-A IPC. The Court emphasized that the evidence of asphyxia due to throttling and smothering established the culpability of the appellants. The judgment of the High Court was set aside, affirming the life sentences imposed on the appellants.