NASIR vs STATE OF U.P.

The Supreme Court upheld the conviction of the appellant but reduced the sentence of rigorous imprisonment from one year to the period already undergone, citing the long duration since the occurrence (twenty-nine years ago) and the appellant's prior custody of over six months as reasonable grounds for the reduction. The court emphasized the importance of considering the time elapsed and the circumstances surrounding the case. The appellant was discharged from the liability of bail bonds following the decision.