Smt. Rasoolan Begum and Others v. State of U.P. and Another
Case brief
What is this about?
The High Court dismissed an application under Section 482 Cr.P.C. filed in 2009 for want of prosecution. The court observed that over 11 years elapsed since filing, rendering the matter infructuous or indicating loss of interest by parties. The interim order, if any, was vacated, though the court noted applicants could seek recall if the cause of action survives.
What did the court decide?
Application dismissed for want of prosecution; interim order vacated; recall permitted if cause of action survives.