The State Of Himachal Pradesh vs Surat Singh

The Supreme Court examined the appeal against the acquittal of the accused under Section 20 of the Narcotic Drugs and Psychotropic Substances Act, 1985. The High Court had set aside the conviction and sentence imposed by the Special Judge, finding that the prosecution failed to prove the charge beyond reasonable doubt. The Supreme Court upheld the High Court's decision, emphasizing the necessity of strict proof in narcotics cases and the importance of procedural compliance by the prosecution. Consequently, the accused was acquitted due to insufficient evidence.