STATE OF TAMIL NADU vs S.SUBRAMANIAM

The Supreme Court held that the Tamil Nadu Civil Services (Control & Appeal) Rules, specifically Rule 23(i), require a proper statutory order for removal from service, which was not adhered to in this case. The Court found that the Administrative Tribunal correctly set aside the removal order, as the evidence presented did not satisfactorily prove the charges of corruption against the respondent. Consequently, the appeal was dismissed, affirming the Tribunal's decision to reinstate the respondent.