S. Khushboo vs Kanniammal & Anr

The Supreme Court addressed the quashing of multiple criminal complaints against the appellant actress under Sections 499, 500, and 505 IPC, and Sections 4 and 6 of the Indecent Representation of Women (Prohibition) Act, 1986. The Court upheld the High Court's decision to consolidate the cases for trial, emphasizing the need to prevent multiple litigations on the same subject matter. The judgment clarified the application of Section 482 Cr.PC regarding the inherent powers of the High Court to quash proceedings, ultimately dismissing the appellant's plea for quashing the complaints.