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march 1997

Supreme Court of India · 1997-03-03

SWATANTAR SINGH vs STATE OF HARYANA

Citation / case number
SC 1997/1731
Court
Supreme Court of India
Petitioner
SWATANTAR SINGH
Respondent
STATE OF HARYANA
Author
G.T. NANAVATI K. RAMASWAMY
Bench
G.T. NANAVATI K. RAMASWAMY

Judgment text excerpt

The Supreme Court upheld the dismissal of a writ petition challenging adverse entries in a police officer's confidential report, stating that such entries serve to provide an opportunity for self-improvement and discipline. The Court emphasized that the assessment of a government servant's conduct must reflect their integrity and efficiency, and that vague remarks do not invalidate the assessment. The rejection of the petitioner's representations was deemed justified as it aligned with the legal principle that adverse remarks must be considered for the officer's improvement and accountability under Article 226.

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