| ASPECTS | DETAILS |
| Case Title | Surender Singh v. State (NCT of Delhi) |
| Introduction | This case involves a criminal appeal by Surender Singh challenging his conviction for murder and attempted murder inside a police station. |
| Factual Background | The incident occurred within a police station where Surender Singh, following a heated altercation, fired shots that resulted in the death of one individual and injuries to another. |
| Legal Issues | 1. Determination of whether the act constitutes murder or culpable homicide not amounting to murder. <br> 2. Consideration of whether there was grave and sudden provocation. |
| Applicable Law | Sections 300 and 302 of the Indian Penal Code (IPC) regarding murder and exceptions to murder. |
| Analysis | The court scrutinized the evidence, including the weapon used, the number of shots fired, and witness testimonies. The findings suggested premeditated actions by Surender Singh. |
| Conclusion | The appeal was dismissed, and the conviction for murder was upheld. Surender Singh was directed to surrender within four weeks. |
| Current Scenario | The Supreme Court stressed the importance of timely cross-examinations to prevent undue adjournments and ensure fair trials. |
CASE SUMMARY – The Supreme Court of India examined a criminal appeal by Surender Singh, contesting his conviction for murder and attempted murder within a police station. Following an intense argument, Singh, a police guard, opened fire, killing one person and injuring another. The defense claimed grave and sudden provocation, but the court concluded that the evidence—such as the weapon used and the multiple shots fired—indicated premeditated murder. The conviction was affirmed, highlighting the necessity of timely cross-examinations for fair trials.
SOURCE – SUPREME COURT OF INDIA
