SHAHBEG SINGH Vs. STATE

JUDGEMENT

(1.) THE FACTS OF THIS CASE ARE AS FOLLOWS :-

(2.) The proceedings are Forwarded for Revision on the following grounds :-

(3.) Even if I disregard the explanation given by the learned Addl. Public Prosecutor, the order in question speaks for itself and show that the only intention behind it was to keep the persons concerned in Jail. The usual amounts, for which bonds are generally demanded, run between Rs. 1000 and Rs. 5000. No indication whatsoever has been given in the order itself as to why the amount was fixed at a high figure of Rs. 50.000 instead I am of the opinion, therefore, that the intention behind the order was to see that the required bond is not furnished. This is clearly a misuse of the discretion vested in the learned Magistrate, and for this reason the order in question is bad and is liable to be revised.