T. LAKSHMI NARASIMHA CHARI, GOVERNMENT OF ANDHRA PRADESH, K. vs HIGH COURT OF ANDHRA PRADESH & ANR.

The Supreme Court held that the High Court lacks the authority to remove a Subordinate Judicial Officer from service without the Governor's sanction, as per Rule 21(2) of the Andhra Pradesh Civil Services (Classification, Control and Appeal) Rules, 1963. The Court affirmed the Governor's decision to reinstate T. Lakshmi Narasimha Chari, emphasizing that the High Court's order of removal was invalid. Consequently, the appeals were allowed, restoring the appellant's position and benefits.