RAJAL DAS GURU NAMAL PAMANANI vs THE STATE OF MAHARASHTRA

The Supreme Court held that under Section 19(2) of the Prevention of Food Adulteration Act, 1954, a warranty is required for both sections 19(2)(a)(i) and 19(2)(a)(ii), and non-compliance with the prescribed sample quantity under Rule 22 entitles the accused to acquittal. The Court found that the Food Inspector's collection of only 100 grams instead of the mandated 200 grams constituted a violation of statutory provisions, leading to the appellant's wrongful conviction. Consequently, the Court acquitted the appellant, reversing the High Court's decision.