SHAFIYA KHAN @ SHAKUNTALA PRAJAPATI vs STATE OF U.P.

The Supreme Court allowed the appeal challenging the High Court's refusal to interfere in criminal proceedings against the appellant. The appellant contended that her first marriage was voidable and annulled, and she subsequently married under Sharia law. The court emphasized the importance of recognizing the legal status of marriages and annulments under relevant laws, ultimately ruling in favor of the appellant.