Prem Chand vs State Of Himachal Pradesh

The Supreme Court addressed the appeal concerning the imposition of a fine of Rs.60,000 under Section 324 IPC, which was deemed excessive given the appellant's status as a poor labourer. The Court noted that the High Court had retained the conviction but took into account the long duration since the incident. Ultimately, the Court reduced the fine to Rs.10,000, ordering a refund of the excess amount already paid by the Gram Panchayat on behalf of the appellant.