TRIVENI PRASAD RAMKARAN VERMA vs THE STATE OF MAHARASHTRA

The Supreme Court upheld the conviction of the appellant under clauses (a) and (b) of Section 135 read with Section 135(ii) of the Customs Act, 1962, and Rule 126H(2)(d) read with Rule 126P(2)(iv) of the Gold Control Rules, 1963, for smuggling gold. The Court established that the search and seizure conducted by the customs officials were lawful and supported by adequate evidence, including the recovery of gold biscuits concealed in shoes and a basket. The appeal was dismissed, affirming the lower court's decision.