The Supreme Court (Enlargement of Criminal Appellate Jurisdiction) Act, 1970

The Supreme Court (Enlargement of Criminal Appellate Jurisdiction) Act, 1970 is an Act of the Indian Parliament that amended the Code of Criminal Procedure, 1898 and expanded the appellate jurisdiction of the Supreme Court of India in criminal matters. Prior to this Act, the Supreme Court had limited jurisdiction in criminal cases and could only hear appeals from the High Courts of India in certain cases. However, this Act expanded the scope of the Supreme Court's criminal appellate jurisdiction, allowing it to hear appeals in all criminal cases, regardless of the nature of the offence, the punishment imposed or the identity of the parties involved. This Act was enacted to ensure uniformity and consistency in the administration of criminal justice across the country.