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april 2001

Supreme Court of India · 2001-04-11

U.O.I. & Ors vs K.Subramaniam Ex. J.C

Citation / case number
AIR 2001 SUPREME COURT 1771
Court
Supreme Court of India
Petitioner
U.O.I. & Ors
Respondent
K.Subramaniam Ex. J.C
Author
R.C. Lahoti
Bench
Chief Justice, R.C. Lahoti, Brijesh Kumar

Judgment text excerpt

The Supreme Court dismissed the special leave petition filed by the Union of India against the High Court's order quashing the dismissal of K. Subramanian under Section 20(1) of the Army Act and Rule 17 of the Army Rules. The Court held that the principles of natural justice were not followed in the dismissal process, and considering the nature of allegations, the long delay, and the respondent's promotion, it was not appropriate to interfere with the High Court's decision. The Court emphasized the importance of fair procedure in disciplinary actions against personnel.

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