S. L. KAPOOR vs JAGMOHAN & ORS.

The Supreme Court held that the order of supersession of the New Delhi Municipal Committee under Section 238(1) of the Punjab Municipal Act, 1911 was vitiated due to the failure to observe the principle of audi alteram partem. The Court emphasized that an administrative body must provide an opportunity for representation when a person's rights or legitimate expectations are affected. The decision referenced Schmidt and Anr. v. Secretary of State for Home Affairs, establishing that civil consequences arise from administrative actions, necessitating adherence to natural justice principles.