Anup Lal Yadav And Anr vs State Of Bihar

The Supreme Court upheld the convictions under Sections 302/149, 436/149, 380/149, 323/149, and 145 IPC, affirming the lower court's findings that the accused led a mob that committed murder, arson, and robbery against the Badhyas community. The Court emphasized that the prosecution established the guilt of the accused beyond reasonable doubt through eyewitness testimony and medical evidence. The sentences of rigorous imprisonment for life and additional terms for other offences were confirmed, reinforcing the principle that mob violence resulting in death and destruction warrants severe punishment.