Ramesh Vithal Patil vs State Of Karnataka & Ors

The Supreme Court upheld the conviction of the appellant under Sections 498-A and 304-B IPC, establishing that the prosecution must prove the demand for dowry and cruelty leading to suicide. The Court found that the High Court correctly assessed the evidence, particularly the testimonies of PWs 1, 2, and 5, which indicated the appellant's involvement in the harassment of the deceased. The judgment of acquittal by the trial court was overturned, and the appellant was held liable for the offenses charged.