MUNISH BHASIN vs STATE

The Supreme Court addressed the challenge to the High Court's condition of paying Rs.12,500/- as maintenance while granting anticipatory bail under Section 438 of the Criminal Procedure Code. The Court held that the High Court has the discretion to impose conditions for anticipatory bail, including maintenance obligations, based on the facts of the case. The appeal was dismissed, affirming the High Court's order requiring the appellant to provide financial support to his wife and child during the pendency of the proceedings.