STATE OF UP vs NAND KISHORE SHUKLA

The Supreme Court addressed the validity of oral permission under Rule 24 of the U.P. Government Servant Conduct Rules, 1956, in the context of a government employee's removal from service. The Court held that the respondent's failure to obtain written permission for the sale and purchase of properties constituted a violation of the rules, leading to the upholding of his dismissal. The Court emphasized that adherence to procedural requirements is essential for maintaining discipline within government service.