Rajendra Prasad Arya vs State Of Bihar

The Supreme Court held that the accused must be given an opportunity to be heard before the court corrects an order that affects their liberty, as per the principles of natural justice. The Court quashed the order dated 17-5-1999, which recalled a previous bail order without hearing the accused, emphasizing that while courts have the power to rectify mistakes, such corrections must respect the rights of the parties involved. The matter was remanded for the High Court to rectify the order with a proper hearing for the accused.