1977 (4) TMI 176 - SC - Indian Laws

Summary

The Supreme Court of India considered the scope of Section 377(1) and (2), Cr.P.C. in appeals by the State of Maharashtra regarding inadequate sentences under the Indian Forest Act. The High Court initially deemed the appeals incompetent, but also found no reason to change the sentences. The Supreme Court disagreed with the High Court on the competency of the appeals but agreed on the sentence issue. The High Court's decision on maintainability was set aside, and the appeals were dismissed. (Case Citation: 1977 (4) TMI 176 - Supreme Court)