Code of Criminal Procedure, 1973–Sec. 306–Prevention of Corruption Act, 1985–Sec. 7–Grant of pardon by Magistrate during the investigation–Trial was commenced before Special Judge and order of granting pardon was confirmed by him in revision–Whether the Magistrate acted beyond jurisdictions–Held, no–Power can be exercised during the investigation–Further, exercise of the powers even after the appointment of Special Judge is only an irregularity which would not vitiate the proceedings, provided the order was passed in good faith.
