State Of Punjab vs Kewal Krishan

The Supreme Court examined an appeal against the acquittal of the respondent in a murder case under Section 302 IPC. The High Court had set aside the conviction based on the evidence, leading to the appeal. The Court analyzed the evidence, including the last seen testimony and autopsy report, and upheld the acquittal, emphasizing the importance of evidence sufficiency for conviction. The judgment underscores the principle that benefit of doubt must be given to the accused in criminal trials.