STATE OF M.P vs MANISH

The Supreme Court addressed the quashing of FIRs under Section 482 Cr.P.C. in light of out-of-court settlements, specifically for offences under Sections 307, 294, and 34 IPC. The Court reiterated the principles established in Gian Singh v. State of Punjab, emphasizing that inherent powers can be exercised to quash proceedings only when it serves the ends of justice and does not pertain to serious offences. The Court held that the High Court's quashing of the FIR was improper as the offences involved were not compoundable under Section 320 Cr.P.C., leading to the appeal being allowed and the High Court's order being set aside.