Jodhbir Singh vs State Of Punjab

The Supreme Court addressed the issue of the appellant's age in relation to the Juvenile Justice (Care and Protection of Children) Act, 2000, specifically examining the validity of various birth certificates presented. The Court held that discrepancies in the evidence regarding the appellant's date of birth, including conflicting certificates and testimonies, led to the conclusion that the appellant was not a juvenile at the time of the offense under Sections 21, 25, 29 of the NDPS Act. Consequently, the appeal was dismissed, affirming the lower court's decision.