PAWAN KUMAR vs THE STATE OF UTTAR PRADESH

The Supreme Court examined the conviction of the appellant for offences under Sections 302 and 307 of the Indian Penal Code, upheld by the High Court. The appellant challenged the conviction on merits and also claimed juvenile status at the time of the offence, which was dismissed by lower courts. The Court considered the legal validity of the conviction and the juvenile claim, ultimately affirming the lower courts' decisions. The case also involved issues related to remission policies affecting co-accused who were released early.