Mohan Raj vs Dimbeswari Saikia & Anr

The Supreme Court examined the amendments made to the Criminal Procedure Code, 1973 by the Assam Amendment Act, 1983, particularly focusing on the powers of Executive Magistrates to try certain offences. The Court held that the amendments allowed for the inclusion of Executive Magistrates in the trial process, thereby expanding the jurisdiction of magistrates in Assam. The appeal was allowed, affirming the validity of the amendments and the jurisdiction of Executive Magistrates under the amended provisions.