(1.) Since the issues/questions involved in both the aforesaid petitions are similar, they are heard together.
(2.) Heard learned counsel for the parties.
(3.) Rule. Rule is made returnable forthwith in both the aforesaid petitions, with the consent of the parties and is taken up for final disposal. Learned A.P.P waives notice on behalf of the respondent-State, in both the petitions.