In a noteworthy legal battle, the Supreme Court of India delivered a crucial judgement in the case of Deshiram vs. State of India. The court’s decision has far-reaching implications for justice and fairness. Let’s delve into the details of this case and uncover the significance of the ruling.
Facts
- The appellant was found guilty of offences under Section 294 IPC and Section 3(1)(x) of the Act.
- The appellant was acquitted of the charge under Section 506 IPC.
- The High Court affirmed the view taken by the Special Judge and dismissed the appeal.
- The appellant was sentenced to three months of rigorous imprisonment on the first count and six months under the second count.
- Further imposition of fine and default sentence was also included in the sentence.
- Allegations against the appellant for cutting the hedge of complainant Deshiram’s paddy field resulting in water deprivation
- Appellant allegedly abused Deshiram and his brother Shyam Sunder during a Panchayat held on 01.10.2001
- Threats of killing made by appellant towards the complainants
- Accusation of the appellant abusing members of a Scheduled Tribe, violating Section 3(1)(x) of the Act
- Appellant tried in Special Case no.13 of 2002 for offences under IPC Sections 294, 506-B, and under Section 3(1)(x) of the Act
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Analysis
- The appellant has already served more than 4 months of imprisonment.
- The appellant was found not guilty of the offence under Section 506 IPC.
- The case presented by the prosecution was completely rejected.
- During a Panchayat following certain acts by the appellant, some abuses were hurled.
- Complainant Deshiram mentioned there was no reference to caste or tribe in the altercation with the appellant.
- Testimony of other witnesses indicated the appellant’s abuse did not relate to the complainant’s caste or tribe.
- Appellant’s conviction under Section 294 IPC for abusing complainant Deshiram was justified based on the evidence.
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Decision
- The appeal is allowed partially
- Conviction and sentence under Section 294 IPC is affirmed
- Benefit of doubt granted, appellant acquitted of charge under Section 3(1)(x) of the Act
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Case Title: NARAD PATEL Vs. THE STATE OF CHHATTISGARH
Case Number: Crl.A. No.-000883-000883 / 2019
