STATE OF HARYANA vs RAM MEHAR AND OTHERS ETC ETC

The Supreme Court upheld the High Court's annulment of the trial court's order rejecting the recall of witnesses under Section 311 read with Section 231(2) of the Code of Criminal Procedure (CrPC). The Court emphasized that the power to recall witnesses is essential for ensuring a fair trial and that the trial court must exercise this power judiciously. The judgment reinforces the principle that the right to a fair trial includes the opportunity to present all relevant evidence, thereby allowing the accused to defend themselves adequately.