T. Nagappa vs Y.R. Muralidhar on 24 April, 2008
8. The guiding principle in the judgment of T. Nagappa's case (supra) is
that an accused must be afforded an opportunity to defend himself as part of his
fundamental right. Therefore, such a right should not be denied on mere
technicalities, particularly when granting permission to lead evidence of his choice
is not causing any prejudice to the other side.