U.O.I. vs B.K. SRIVASTAVA

The Supreme Court upheld the Central Administrative Tribunal's decision to set aside the dismissal of Shri B.K. Srivastava, a cashier, on grounds of insufficient evidence regarding the charges of misappropriation under Rule 3(1)(i) and 3(1)(iii) of the CCS (Conduct) Rules, 1964. The Court emphasized that the disciplinary authority failed to establish the charges beyond reasonable doubt, thus violating principles of natural justice. The appeal by the Union of India was dismissed, affirming the Tribunal's ruling.