1. This appeal is directed against the conviction of the appellant husband for offences punishable under Section 498A, 304-B and 306 of the Indian Penal Code and sentence of rigorous imprisonment for 3 years with fine of Rs. 500/- or in default rigorous imprisonment for one month, rigorous imprisonment for 7 years and rigorous imprisonment for three years with fine of Rs.500/- or in default rigorous imprisonment for one month and rigorous imprisonment for three years with fine of Rs.500/- or in default rigorous imprisonment for one month, respectively on each of the three counts, imposed upon the appellant by the learned Additional Sessions Judge, Greater Bombay, on conclusion of Sessions Case No.707 of 1990.

2. Facts which are material for deciding this appeal are as under:- The victim was married to the appellant on 13th May, 1990. She went to reside at the house of the appellant. In the marriage there was demand of certain articles which included wrist watch. The demand of gold ring had been fulfilled. Wrist watch, however, had not been supplied. This led to ill-treatment to the victim at the hands of the appellant. Soon after marriage, on 29th May, 1990 when the victi