STATE OF U.P. vs GAJEY SINGH

The Supreme Court upheld the conviction of the accused under Section 302 IPC for the murder of Lakhi Ram, establishing that the prosecution successfully proved the elements of the crime, including the use of a firearm and the intent to kill. The Court emphasized that the right of private defense claimed by the accused was not substantiated by evidence, as the attack was unprovoked and lethal. The judgment of the High Court was affirmed, maintaining the life sentence imposed on the accused.