State Of Maharashtra Etc vs Pravin Mahadeo Gadekar Etc

The Supreme Court upheld the conviction of the accused under Sections 498A and 302 IPC, affirming that the dying declaration of the victim, Sadhana, was credible and admissible as evidence. The Court emphasized that the dying declaration, recorded by a competent authority, clearly indicated the involvement of the husband and brother-in-law in the act of setting her ablaze, thus establishing the necessary intent for murder under Section 302 IPC. The Court dismissed the appeals against the High Court's judgment, maintaining the sentences imposed on the accused.