RAGHUNATH THAKUR vs STATE OF BIHAR & ORS.

The Supreme Court held that the order of black-listing the appellant without prior notice violated the principles of natural justice, despite the absence of a specific rule requiring notice. The Court emphasized that any order with civil consequences must allow the affected party the right to be heard. Consequently, the portion of the order directing black-listing was set aside, while the cancellation of the appellant's bid remained unaffected, allowing the State Government to take future actions in accordance with law after due notice and opportunity for representation.