BASAVARAJA vs STATE OF KARNATAKA

The Supreme Court overturned the Karnataka High Court's decision that set aside the acquittal of the appellant under Section 302 IPC, holding that the prosecution failed to establish the necessary intent and premeditation required for a murder conviction. The Court emphasized that mere suspicion or circumstantial evidence is insufficient to convict under Section 302 IPC without clear proof of guilt. The acquittal by the Sessions Court was upheld, reinforcing the principle that the burden of proof lies with the prosecution.