Penal Code, 1860–Sec. 306–Reduction of the sentence–Justification–High Court reduced the sentence up to the period of already undergone with observing that no useful purpose would be served by sending the accused to jail–Further, view of High Court that accused are the first offenders and belong
from weaker section of society–Another mitigating factor that the daughter of accused S was teased–There should be appropriate punishment if the offence is proved–Sentence awarded by trial Court restored.
