AMARJIT SINGH vs STATE OF PUNJAB

The Supreme Court held that the Punjab and Haryana High Court failed to properly reappraise the evidence in a criminal appeal, violating the provisions of Section 374 of the Code of Criminal Procedure. The Court emphasized that an appellate court must independently evaluate the evidence rather than rely solely on the trial court's findings. Consequently, the Supreme Court set aside the High Court's order and remitted the matter for a fresh hearing, ensuring the accused's right to a fair appeal is upheld.