State Of Rajasthan vs Sohan Lal And Ors

The Supreme Court held that the High Court must provide reasons when refusing leave to appeal against acquittal under Section 378 of the Code of Criminal Procedure (Cr.P.C.). The Court emphasized that the absence of reasons vitiates the order, reinforcing the principle that judicial decisions must disclose reasoning as part of natural justice. The appeal by the State of Rajasthan was allowed, and the High Court's order was set aside, necessitating a reconsideration of the leave application with reasons provided.