Engineering Export Promotion Council vs Usha Anand & Anr

The Supreme Court addressed the issue of refund of a deposit made under bail conditions, specifically under Sections 420 and 468/471 IPC. The Court held that since the accused were acquitted, they were entitled to the refund of the deposited amount, which was made without prejudice to their rights. The Court affirmed the High Court's order directing the refund of Rs. 22 lakhs to the legal heir of the deceased accused, emphasizing the principle that acquitted individuals should not suffer financial loss due to wrongful prosecution.