State Of U. P. & Ors vs Wasim Ahmed

The Supreme Court held that the Allahabad High Court's Division Bench failed to apply its mind to the merits of the case in First Appeal No. 306 of 2002, leading to a dismissal without a reasoned order. The Court emphasized that a first appeal must be decided on both law and facts, requiring a speaking order. Consequently, the Supreme Court set aside the High Court's order and remanded the case for a fresh decision, mandating that it be resolved within two months.