Evidence Act S. 32 – IPC S. 302 – Dying Declaration – Of the victim, who had 100% burn injuries, held valid and reliable – A dying declaration is admissible in evidence on the principle of necessity and can form the basis of conviction if it is found to be reliable – CrpC S. 378 – Appeal against order of acquittal – High Court, as an appellate court, can reevaluate evidence independently. [PLRonline # 310901]
2016 SupremeCourtOnline 0109 . . SUPREME COURT OF INDIA Before:- Justice A.K. Sikri and Justice Amitava Roy. ...