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january 2025

Supreme Court of India · 2025-01-16

Irfan @ Bhayu Mevati vs The State Of Madhya Pradesh

Court
Supreme Court of India
Petitioner
Irfan @ Bhayu Mevati
Respondent
The State Of Madhya Pradesh
Author
Vikram Nath
Bench
Sanjay Karol, Vikram Nath

Judgment text excerpt

The Supreme Court examined the validity of the death penalty awarded to the appellants in a case involving charges under multiple sections of the Indian Penal Code, including offences related to kidnapping, rape, and attempt to murder. The High Court had dismissed the appeals, affirming the death sentence. The Supreme Court considered the facts and the severity of the offences, ultimately upholding the death penalty, emphasizing the gravity of the crimes committed. The judgment underscores the Court's stance on stringent punishment for heinous offences involving minors and sexual violence.

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