SIYARAM vs STATE OF M.P

The Supreme Court upheld the Madhya Pradesh High Court's decision to set aside the trial court's acquittal of the appellants for offences under Sections 148, 324, and 326 read with Section 149 IPC, emphasizing that minor contradictions in witness testimonies do not undermine their credibility when corroborated by medical evidence. The Court reiterated that appellate courts can review acquittals, especially when the trial court's conclusions are abrupt and not supported by the evidence. The High Court's ruling was partially upheld, maintaining acquittal for offences under Sections 294 and 326 IPC.