KULDIP SINGH vs STATE OF PUNJAB .

The Supreme Court ruled that the dismissal of Head Constable Kuldip Singh without a proper inquiry violated Article 311(2) of the Constitution of India, which mandates an inquiry except in cases where it is not reasonably practicable. The Court held that the Senior Superintendent of Police's reliance on the proviso to dispense with the inquiry was unjustified, as the circumstances did not warrant such action. Consequently, the Court set aside the dismissal order and reinstated the appellant with all consequential benefits.