REFERENCE UNDER ARTICLE 317(1) OF THE CONSTITU-TION OF INDI vs

The Supreme Court addressed a Presidential Reference under Article 317(1) regarding the conduct of a member of the Punjab State Public Service Commission, who was accused of slapping the Chairman. The Court held that the inquiry into the member's conduct was valid despite the expiration of his term, as the allegations constituted misbehavior warranting removal. The Court directed the recording of evidence to substantiate the claims, emphasizing that the general law of master and servant applies to government servants.