STATE OF BIHAR vs RAMESH SINGH

The Supreme Court held that under Sections 226, 227, and 228 of the Criminal Procedure Code, the judge must determine whether there is sufficient ground to proceed with a trial against the accused. The Court clarified that at the initial stage, the evidence presented by the prosecution does not require meticulous scrutiny, and strong suspicion can justify proceeding with the trial. The Sessions Judge's discharge of the accused was overturned, emphasizing that a prima facie case must be established for trial to continue.