This document contains the Supreme Court of India's judgment in the case of Sripati Singh (Deceased) Through His Son Gaurav Singh versus The State of Jharkhand & Anr. The judgment details a dispute arising from a loan of Rs. 2 crores, involving allegations of cheating under Section 420 of the IPC and dishonour of cheques under the Negotiable Instruments Act. It examines whether cheques issued as security for a loan can attract Section 138 of the N.I. Act. This judgment is crucial for legal professionals and parties involved in financial disputes concerning loan agreements and cheque dishonour.