P. SARATHY vs STATE BANK OF INDIA

The Supreme Court examined the applicability of the Tamil Nadu Shops and Establishments Act, 1947 in the context of the appellant's removal from service as a Branch Manager of the State Bank of India. The Court held that the suit filed by the appellant for reinstatement was within the limitation period as per Article 58 of the Limitation Act, 1963, and that the appellant was entitled to the benefit of Section 14 of the Limitation Act due to prior civil proceedings. The Court ultimately reversed the High Court's decision, allowing the appeal and reinstating the appellant's claim.