SEBASTIAN @ CHEVITHIYAN vs STATE OF KERALA

The Supreme Court upheld the conviction of the appellant under Sections 302, 364, 369, 376(f), 392, and 449 of the Indian Penal Code, affirming the death sentence for the murder of a minor child. The Court found that the evidence, including the post-mortem report indicating sexual assault and the recovery of stolen jewelry from the accused, established the guilt beyond reasonable doubt. The Court emphasized the heinous nature of the crime and the necessity of a stringent punishment under Section 302 IPC.