GAJANAND AGRAWAL vs STATE OF ORISSA

The Supreme Court addressed the issue of bail under Sections 498A, 304B, 302, 406 read with Section 34 IPC and Section 4 of the Dowry Prohibition Act, 1961. The Court reiterated that the High Court's repeated grant of bail to the respondent was indefensible, especially given the serious nature of the charges and the ongoing investigation. The Court ultimately nullified the High Court's orders and emphasized the need for a thorough examination of the evidence before granting bail in such grave cases.