Jitendra Singh @ Babboo Singh & Anr vs State Of U.P

The Supreme Court addressed the appeal of Jitendra Singh against his conviction under Section 304-B and Section 498-A IPC, where he contended that he was a minor at the time of the offence as per Section 2(k) of the Juvenile (Care and Protection of Children) Act, 2000. The Court held that the question of juvenility can be raised at any stage of the proceedings, including before the Supreme Court, and emphasized the importance of considering the appellant's age based on the evidence provided, including a School Leaving Certificate. The Court allowed the plea regarding his juvenility to be raised, thereby impacting the proceedings.