M.D. HAB1BUL HAQUE vs UNION OF INDIA AND ORS.

The Supreme Court held that the appellant, a Preventive Officer, was entitled to seniority from February 29, 1968, despite a prior penalty of reduced pay for one year. The Court found that the High Court erred in its interpretation of the disciplinary action, clarifying that the appellant's punishment did not preclude him from being considered for promotion and seniority. The Court set aside the High Court's order and directed that the appellant's seniority be recognized from the date his junior was promoted.