17 death sentences in 7 cases, 100 days: Why a Muzaffarnagar trial court stands out

A Muzaffarnagar court gave 17 death sentences in seven cases within 100 days. However, the judge ignored Supreme Court norms from 2022 requiring reports on an accused person's conduct. Instead, the court said, “The court observed the facial expressions and demeanour of the convicted person,” to justify these harsh rulings.