HARICHARAN vs STATE OF M.P. .

The Supreme Court upheld the High Court's conviction of police officers under Section 304 Part II IPC for culpable homicide not amounting to murder and Section 330 IPC for causing hurt to extort confession. The Court emphasized that the use of third-degree methods, including electric shocks, constitutes a serious violation of human rights and is punishable under the IPC. The Court affirmed the sentences of five years rigorous imprisonment and a fine of Rs. 5,000 each, highlighting the need for accountability in law enforcement.