MURUGESAN & 16 ORS. vs STATE TR.INSP.OF POLICE

The Supreme Court upheld the conviction of the appellants under Section 120B and Section 302 IPC, affirming the High Court's reversal of their acquittal. The Court established that the accused conspired to commit murder, and their actions fell under the ambit of Section 34/149 IPC for collective liability. The sentences of rigorous imprisonment for life and additional terms for other offences were confirmed, emphasizing the gravity of the crime stemming from a land dispute.