Kumaon Mandal Vikas Nigam Ltd vs Girja Shankar Pant & Ors

The Supreme Court reiterated that the doctrine of natural justice is essential to secure justice and prevent its miscarriage, as established in A.K. Kraipak v. Union of India (1969) and Keshav Mills Co. Ltd. v. Union of India (1973). The Court emphasized that natural justice cannot be rigidly defined but must ensure that individuals have a reasonable opportunity to present their case and that administrative authorities act fairly and impartially. The judgment underscores the flexibility required in applying natural justice principles based on the specific facts and circumstances of each case.