BRAHAM DASS vs STATE OF H.P.

The Supreme Court held that for establishing offences under Sections 279 and 304A IPC, it must be proven that the accused acted with rashness or negligence. The Court found that the prosecution failed to provide evidence showing that the driver was aware of a passenger on the roof of the bus or that he acted negligently. Consequently, the High Court's conviction was set aside, and the appellant was acquitted of all charges.