Supreme Court of India · 2009-12-04
JAGAT SINGH vs STATE OF UTTARAKHAND
- Citation / case number
- SC 2009/14640
- Court
- Supreme Court of India
- Petitioner
- JAGAT SINGH
- Respondent
- STATE OF UTTARAKHAND
Judgment text excerpt
The Supreme Court partially allowed the appeal, reducing the sentence under Section 306/34 IPC from four years to two years while maintaining the sentence under Section 498A/34 IPC. The Court emphasized the need for justice in the context of the appellants' urgent medical needs, directing the State to ensure proper medical aid in jail. The decision reflects a balance between punishment and humanitarian considerations.