MANGAT RAM vs STATE OF HARYANA

The Supreme Court held that the High Court's dismissal of Criminal Appeal No. 592-SB of 1997 without recording reasons was improper, emphasizing the necessity of reasoned judgments as mandated by principles of justice. The Court reiterated that final orders must be supported by reasons to allow for proper appellate review and to avoid ambiguity regarding the grounds of decision. Consequently, the Supreme Court set aside the High Court's order and directed that the appeal be heard afresh with a reasoned judgment.