PATNA, India, April 3 -- Patna High Court issued the following judgment on March 26:
Heard learned counsel for the petitioner, the State and learned counsel appearing for opposite party no.2.
2. Present application has been filed for quashing order dated 20.05.2016, passed by Judicial Magistrate 1st class, Katihar in connection with Complaint Case (CA) No.36/2016 whereby cognizance has been taken against the petitioner under section 498A of the IPC and summons have been issued.
3. As per the complaint, complainant was married to petitioner as per Muslim rites and custom and from the said wedlock, five daughters and three sons were born and now under influence of other accused persons, petitioner at the age of 55 years, wants to perform s...