Mallanna And Ors vs State Of Karnataka

The Supreme Court upheld the conviction of eleven accused under Section 302/149 IPC for the murder of Bhimanagowoda Desai, reversing the High Court's acquittal of four other accused. The Court found that the prosecution had established a conspiracy among the accused to commit murder, supported by eyewitness testimony regarding their prior meetings and discussions about the murder. The Court emphasized the importance of corroborative evidence in establishing the guilt of the accused, leading to the affirmation of their life sentences and fines.