Penal Code, 1860–Secs. 304-A, 279 & 337–Sentence–Appropriate quantum–Death of one person and other sustained injuries–Sentence of six months and two years respectively and fine of Rs. 2500/- –High Court reduced the sentence up to the period of already undergone–Undue sympathy by means of imposing inadequate sentence would do more harm to the justice system to undermine the public confidence in the efficacy of law and the society cannot endure long under serious threats–Sentence imposed by trial Court restored.


