JUDGMENT

Index to the Judgment Factual Background ............................................................................................. 2 Submissions On Behalf Of The Parties .............................................................. 3 (I) The Case Of Petitioners ............................................................................ 3 (Ii) Arguments On Behalf Of Complainant ..................................................... 5 Issue Before This Court ....................................................................................... 5 Law On Presence Of An Accused Facing Trial Before The Court ................. 6 (I) Trial Should Be Conducted In Presence Of Accused: Fundamental Principle ............................................................................................................. 6 (Ii) Power Of Courts To Grant Exemption From Personal Appearance To Accused ............................................................................................................... 7 Virtual Hearings: Court Policies & Guidelines ............................................... 11 Analysis And Conclusion .........................................................