Supreme Court of India · 2010-07-30
Ramgopal & Anr vs State Of M.P.& Anr
- Citation / case number
- 2011 AIR SCW 1193
- Court
- Supreme Court of India
- Petitioner
- Ramgopal & Anr
- Respondent
- State Of M.P.& Anr
- Bench
- T.S. Thakur, Markandey Katju
Judgment text excerpt
The Supreme Court addressed the issue of non-compoundable offences under Section 326 IPC, emphasizing that despite an amicable settlement between the parties, the petitioners cannot be acquitted due to the nature of the offence. The Court highlighted the need for legislative reform to allow certain non-compoundable offences to become compoundable, suggesting that the Law Commission of India should examine this matter. The Court's holding was to maintain the conviction while recommending legislative changes to alleviate court burdens and promote reconciliation.