#recovery of weapons

The Supreme Court reiterated that conviction under the Arms Act demands proof of 'conscious possession'-mere recovery of weapons without evidence of dominion or knowledge is insufficient. The ruling sets a critical precedent for extremist-related prosecutions, emphasizing the prosecution's burden to establish active control over seized arms.

Madras High Court upholds acquittal, holding that confession-led recovery of weapons lacks evidentiary value without independent witness corroboration or identification.