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Supreme Court of India · 2025-03-26

Yadwinder Singh vs Lakhi Alias Lakhwinder Singh

Court
Supreme Court of India
Petitioner
Yadwinder Singh
Respondent
Lakhi Alias Lakhwinder Singh
Author
Prashant Kumar Mishra
Bench
Prashant Kumar Mishra

Judgment text excerpt

The Supreme Court exercised its extraordinary jurisdiction to hear the case de novo, emphasizing the importance of contextual understanding of the impugned order. The appeal challenges a High Court order passed in a criminal matter, with the Court considering whether the lower court's decision warrants interference. The judgment underscores the Court's authority to review cases in the interest of justice, especially when exceptional circumstances are involved. The final decision reflects a careful balance between judicial restraint and the need for substantive review.

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