SHANTABAI vs STATE OF MAHARASHTRA

The Supreme Court upheld the conviction of the appellants under Section 302 IPC read with Section 34 IPC for the murder of Gunwant Nivrati Dhumale, confirming the life sentence and fine imposed by the High Court. The Court found sufficient evidence of premeditated murder, noting the involvement of the appellants in the crime and the nature of the injuries inflicted on the victim. The judgment emphasized the importance of circumstantial evidence in establishing guilt in murder cases.