In a judgment, the Allahabad High Court made a striking observation that trial judges often convict accused persons who deserve acquittal in order to avoid scrutiny from higher courts during criminal appeals. The court expressed concern that such convictions are sometimes made not on the basis of evidence but to preempt any adverse actions by
Trial Judges Often Convict Accused Who Deserve Acquittal to Avoid High Court Action in Criminal Appeals: Allahabad HC
