BAKHSHISH SINGH BRAR vs SMT. GURMEJ KAUR AND ANR.

The Supreme Court upheld the Sessions Court's decision, affirming that under Section 196 and Section 197 of the Criminal Procedure Code, public servants must be protected from harassment during criminal proceedings while balancing citizens' rights. The Court ruled that trials should not be stayed at the preliminary stage as it could damage evidence, and the question of sanction under Section 197 may be addressed after some evidence is recorded. The Court dismissed the special leave petition, allowing the trial to proceed.