M.G. ESHWARAPPA vs STATE OF KARNATAKA

The Supreme Court upheld the conviction of the accused under Section 302 IPC for the murder of Basavaraj, establishing that the prosecution successfully proved the presence of the accused at the scene and their intent to kill. The Court emphasized the importance of eyewitness testimony and corroborative evidence in establishing guilt beyond reasonable doubt. The High Court's reversal of the acquittal by the Additional Sessions Judge was affirmed, leading to the conviction of the accused and sentencing under Section 302 IPC.