Death Sentence of Watchman Convicted for Dacoity and Murder Set Aside: Supreme Court

In a landmark decision, the Supreme Court of India has provided significant insights into the application of the death penalty under the Indian Penal Code (IPC). The case revolves around Shivkumar Ramsundar Saket, who was sentenced to death by the High Court for his alleged involvement in a serious crime. The court's ruling sheds light on the evidentiary standards required for imposing such a severe punishment. Case Background Shivkumar Ramsundar…