TEJ PAL SINGH (DEAD) THROUGH LRS. vs STATE OF U.P. & ANR.

The Supreme Court held that the premature retirement of a judicial officer under Article 235 of the Constitution requires a recommendation from the High Court, which was not adhered to in this case. The Court found that the order of retirement issued by the Governor, based solely on the opinion of the Administrative Judge, was invalid as it violated the principles of Articles 14 and 16. Consequently, the Court allowed the appeal and set aside the retirement order, emphasizing the necessity of proper procedural adherence in such matters.