MD.MANNAN @ ABDUL MANNAN vs STATE OF BIHAR

The Supreme Court upheld the conviction of the appellant under Sections 366, 376, 302, and 201 of the Indian Penal Code, 1860, affirming the life sentence for rape and death penalty for murder. The Court emphasized the sufficiency of the confessional statement and corroborative evidence, establishing that the prosecution met the burden of proof beyond reasonable doubt. The appeal against the High Court's dismissal was rejected, confirming the trial court's findings and sentences.