RAM JAG AND OTHERS vs THE STATE OF U.P.

The Supreme Court held that in appeals under Article 136, it will not reappraise evidence unless the High Court has failed to apply the correct principles governing appeals against acquittals. The Court reaffirmed that the High Court has the same powers in appeals against acquittals as in appeals against convictions, emphasizing the presumption of innocence and the benefit of reasonable doubt for the accused. The appeal was allowed, and the High Court's conviction was set aside due to improper application of these principles.