Chikkarangaiah & Ors vs State Of Karnataka

The Supreme Court upheld the High Court's conviction of several accused under Section 326 IPC read with Section 149 IPC for causing grievous hurt, while maintaining the acquittal under Section 302 IPC for murder. The Court emphasized that the presence of a common intention among the accused was established, justifying the application of Section 149 IPC. The sentence of three years' imprisonment and a fine of Rs. 5,000 was affirmed, highlighting the gravity of the assault and the need for deterrence.