Yogendra @ Yogesh & Ors vs State Of Rajasthan

The Supreme Court upheld the convictions under Section 302 IPC and Section 302/149 IPC, affirming the life sentences imposed on the appellants for murder, along with additional sentences under Section 148 IPC and Section 3/25 of the Arms Act, 1959. The Court clarified that the conviction under Section 302 IPC was modified to Section 302/149 IPC for some appellants, while acquitting others of the charge under Section 148 IPC. The Court emphasized the necessity of establishing common intention among the accused for the application of Section 149 IPC, thereby reinforcing the principles of joint liability in criminal acts.