Supreme Court of India · 2025-04-16
R. Baiju vs The State Of Kerala
- Court
- Supreme Court of India
- Petitioner
- R. Baiju
- Respondent
- The State Of Kerala
- Author
- Sudhanshu Dhulia
- Bench
- Sudhanshu Dhulia
Judgment text excerpt
The Supreme Court examined the conviction of the appellant, the sixth accused, who was convicted for offences including Section 304 Part II of the IPC, in connection with a violent altercation that resulted in death and injuries. The Court reviewed the evidence regarding conspiracy, presence at the scene, and exhortation to kill, as well as the modifications made by the High Court to the original convictions. The Court upheld the conviction under Section 304 Part II, emphasizing the importance of establishing criminal intent and participation in the crime. The judgment underscores the Court's role in reviewing evidence and the correctness of appellate modifications in criminal appeals.