(1.) The State has preferred this appeal against acquittal of the respondents (hereinafter referred to as accused Nos.1 and 2) of offences punishable under Sections 498-A and 306 of IPC.
(2.) I have heard the learned State Public Prosecutor for the State. Respondents, though served, are not represented.
(3.) In brief, the case of the prosecution is as follows: