Supreme Court of India · 2010-12-06
Abubucker Siddique & Anr vs State Rep.By Dy.Supdt.Of Police
- Court
- Supreme Court of India
- Petitioner
- Abubucker Siddique & Anr
- Respondent
- State Rep.By Dy.Supdt.Of Police
- Author
- Surinder Singh Nijjar
- Bench
- Surinder Singh Nijjar, B.Sudershan Reddy
Judgment text excerpt
The Supreme Court upheld the convictions of the appellants under multiple sections including Section 120-B IPC, Section 9(B)(1)(b) of the Explosives Act, and various sections of the TADA Act, affirming that the evidence presented established a criminal conspiracy aimed at inciting violence and terrorism against Hindu organizations post the Babri Masjid demolition. The Court emphasized the necessity of stringent measures under the TADA Act for acts of terrorism and the importance of public safety. The appeals were dismissed, and the life sentences were confirmed.