Penal Code, 1860–Secs. 323, 325, 447 & 147 [Corresponding Secs. 115(2), 117(2), 329(3) & 191(2)]–Benefit of probation–Appeal by the State–Learned Trial Court exercised its discretion upon due considerations on relevant factors namely the age of the convicts, the circumstances of the case, the prolonged duration of the trial, their family conditions, and the nature of sentence prescribed–In our justice delivery system, the reformative approach is preferred over retributive, preventive or deterrent modalities of punishment–No case is made out for interference.


