In Brief
The State of Madhya Pradesh challenged a High Court order in a case where the respondent was convicted under Section 326 IPC for causing grievous hurt. The High Court had modified the sentence to time already served (17 days) but increased the fine to Rs. 4,000. The Supreme Court considered the respondent's personal circumstances—he was a coolie with dependent daughters and no prior criminal record—and the 28-year delay since the 1984 incident. Though not entirely satisfied with the High Court's approach, the Court declined to interfere, dismissing the State's appeal.
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