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Supreme Court of India · 2025-04-23

Pramila Devi vs The State Of Jharkhand

Court
Supreme Court of India
Petitioner
Pramila Devi
Respondent
The State Of Jharkhand
Author
Sudhanshu Dhulia
Bench
Sudhanshu Dhulia

Judgment text excerpt

The Supreme Court examined the validity of the High Court's decision to set aside a cognizance order in a case involving SC/ST provisions. The Court analyzed whether the High Court correctly remitted the matter for fresh consideration without interfering with the cognizance order. The judgment clarified the scope of judicial review in criminal proceedings concerning SC/ST cases, emphasizing adherence to procedural correctness. Ultimately, the Court upheld the High Court's decision to remand the case for proper proceedings.

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