U O I vs BALBIR SINGH

The Supreme Court addressed the dismissal of a Sub-Inspector from the Delhi Police under Article 311(2) of the Constitution, emphasizing that such action can be taken without a departmental inquiry if the employee is associated with subversive activities threatening state security. The Court upheld the dismissal based on the Office Memorandum dated 26.7.1980, which outlines the types of subversive activities justifying immediate dismissal. The Court confirmed that the evidence presented was sufficient to establish the respondent's involvement in activities undermining the security of the State.