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Supreme Court of India · 2025-07-16

Birka Shiva vs The State Of Telangana

Court
Supreme Court of India
Petitioner
Birka Shiva
Respondent
The State Of Telangana
Author
Sanjay Karol
Bench
Sanjay Karol, Prashant Kumar Mishra

Judgment text excerpt

The Supreme Court reviewed a criminal appeal concerning the conviction of Birka Shiva under Sections 376, 363, and 342 of the Indian Penal Code. The High Court had upheld the conviction but reduced the sentences awarded by the Trial Court. The Court examined whether the reduction of sentences was justified and consistent with legal principles. Ultimately, the Court upheld the modifications made by the High Court, affirming the sentences as appropriate.

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