DINESHCHANDRA JAMNADAS GANDHI vs STATE OF GUJARAT AND ANR.

The Supreme Court upheld the conviction under the Prevention of Food Adulteration Rules, 1955, clarifying that 'supari' does not qualify as a 'Fruit-product' under Rule 29(1) nor as a 'flavouring agent' under Rule 29(m). The Court emphasized that the interpretation of statutory language must align with the legislative intent to suppress mischief and advance remedies, rejecting the appellant's arguments for a broader interpretation. The appeal was dismissed, affirming the lower court's decision.