Ram Pyare Mishra vs Prem Shanker & Ors

The Supreme Court upheld the Allahabad High Court's decision that the right to self-defense, as outlined in Section 96 IPC, should be interpreted broadly when evidence suggests its applicability. The Court emphasized that self-defense is a fundamental right with a significant social purpose, and the High Court's acquittal of the accused was justified based on the circumstances of the case. Consequently, the appeals against the acquittal were dismissed, affirming the High Court's ruling.