RAMESH CHANDER vs DELHI ADMINISTRATION .

The Supreme Court held that the appellants, who were dismissed from service under the Delhi Police Act, were entitled to reinstatement with back-wages after being acquitted in a criminal case under Section 395 IPC. The Court found that the denial of back-wages was discriminatory, especially since another officer involved in the same incident was reinstated with benefits. The Court annulled the Central Administrative Tribunal's order denying back-wages, emphasizing the principle of equality and fair treatment in service matters under Article 14 of the Constitution.