S.P. Devaraju vs State Of Karnataka

The Supreme Court upheld the conviction under Section 304 Part II IPC, affirming the Karnataka High Court's decision that the appellant was guilty of culpable homicide not amounting to murder. The Court established that the intent to cause death or injury can be inferred from the circumstances surrounding the act, including the use of a knife and the nature of the injuries inflicted. The appeal against the conviction was dismissed, reinforcing the High Court's ruling.