Bhagwan Dass vs State (Nct) Of Delhi

The Supreme Court upheld the conviction of the appellant for the murder of his daughter, Seema, under Section 302 IPC, emphasizing that circumstantial evidence can lead to conviction if it establishes a clear chain of circumstances beyond reasonable doubt. The Court highlighted the importance of motive in cases of circumstantial evidence, noting that the appellant's motive stemmed from perceived dishonor due to Seema's relationship with her uncle. The Court reiterated that honour killings are illegal and cannot be justified, affirming the lower courts' judgments as correct.