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The Supreme Court addressed the issue of inherent jurisdiction of the High Court in Criminal Appeals, specifically under Section 319 of the CrPC, which allows for the addition of accused persons if evidence emerges during trial. The Court held that the High Court has the authority to exercise this jurisdiction even if the accused were not initially charged, emphasizing the importance of ensuring justice and the rights of the victims. The appeal was allowed, and the matter was remanded for further proceedings to consider the involvement of the appellants.