Summaries of the Cases:
- K. Bharthi Devi and Anr. v. State of Telangana & Anr. (2024 INSC 750)
Criminal cases with a predominantly civil nature, particularly those arising from commercial transactions, matrimonial relationships, or family disputes, should be quashed if the parties have fully resolved their disputes.
- Sri Dattatraya v. Sharanappa (2024 INSC 586) – Cheque Bounce Case
The NI Act, 1881, prescribes a 30-day limitation (Sec. 142) to initiate proceedings under Sec. 138.
Summary trial procedures are mandated (Sec. 143).
The accused has a reverse onus to provide evidence in their defense (Sec. 139).
The defense is not required to prove the case beyond a reasonable doubt.
The presence of ‘mens rea’ (criminal intent) is immaterial (Sec. 140).
- Bilkis Yakub Rasool v. Union of India & Others (2024) 1 S.C.R. 743
Courts must intervene when the State fails in its duties to uphold the rule of law.
Abuse of law may arise from inaction, arbitrary actions, or failure of authorities to discharge statutory obligations.
Violating the rule of law negates equality under Article 14 of the Constitution.
- Ramesh Verma (D) through LRs. vs. Lajesh Saxena (D) by LRs. & Anr. (2017) 1 SCC 257
A Will must be proved as per the Evidence Act.
The proponent must demonstrate that the Will was signed by the testator.
The testator should have been in a sound and disposing state of mind at the time of signing.