In Brief
The Union of India appealed against an Armed Tribunal's judgment that set aside the conviction and sentence of Dafadar Kartar Singh imposed by a Summary Court Martial. The respondent had been convicted and sentenced to reduction in ranks, dismissal, and seven months' rigorous imprisonment. The Supreme Court examined the evidence, including witness testimony from Smt. Sudesh, bruise photographs, and medical opinion, all of which supported guilt. Finding the evidence credible and consistent, the Court allowed the appeals and restored the Summary Court Martial's conviction and sentence.
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