Lallan Chaubey vs State Of U.P

The Supreme Court upheld the conviction of Lallan Chaubey under Section 302 IPC for the murder of Raj Kumari, affirming the Allahabad High Court's decision that reversed the trial court's acquittal. The Court found that the High Court correctly assessed the evidence, which included ocular and medical testimonies, and concluded that the trial court had erred in its judgment. The Court emphasized the importance of consistent evidence in establishing guilt beyond reasonable doubt, leading to the affirmation of the life sentence imposed on the appellant.