MADHU LIMAYE vs THE STATE OF MAHARASHTRA

The Supreme Court held that Section 397(2) of the Code of Criminal Procedure limits the revisional powers of the High Court only concerning interlocutory orders, and does not affect the inherent powers under Section 482. The Court clarified that while the inherent power can be invoked to prevent abuse of process or secure justice, it should be exercised sparingly. The appeal was allowed, and the High Court's dismissal of the revision application was set aside, allowing the appellant to challenge the proceedings against him.