T.K. Rangarajan vs Govt. Of Tamil Nadu And Ors.

The Supreme Court ordered the reinstatement of government employees dismissed for participating in strikes, contingent upon their unconditional apology and commitment to adhere to Rule 22 of the Tamil Nadu Government Servants Conduct Rules, 1973, which prohibits strikes. The Court clarified that disciplinary actions would only be taken against those involved in violence or incitement. The ruling emphasizes the balance between employee rights and governmental authority, ensuring that absence due to strikes does not constitute a break in service.