UNION OF INDIA vs O. CHAKRADHAR

The Supreme Court upheld the decision of the Central Administrative Tribunal, which set aside the termination of the respondent's services on the grounds of inadequate show cause notice and violation of principles of natural justice. The Court emphasized that general allegations of irregularities in the selection process were insufficient to justify the cancellation of the entire panel without individual accountability. The Court affirmed that proper opportunity must be given to the affected candidates to respond to allegations before termination, thereby reinforcing the requirement of due process in administrative actions.