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 High Court's decision that set aside the trial court's acquittal. The Court found sufficient evidence of the appellant's intent and actions leading to the fatal shooting, rejecting the defense's claims. The ruling emphasized the importance of eyewitness testimony and the context of the dispute over property rights in establishing culpability.