MALA SINGH vs THE STATE OF HARYANA

The Supreme Court upheld the conviction of three accused under Section 302 read with Section 34 IPC for the murder of Mahendro Bai, affirming the High Court's decision which had acquitted eight other co-accused. The Court clarified that the application of Section 34 IPC was appropriate as it establishes common intention among the accused. The appeal by the three convicted accused was dismissed, thereby maintaining their life sentences.