Principal Secy. Govt. Of A.P. & Anr vs M. Adinarayana

The Supreme Court upheld the decision of the Andhra Pradesh Administrative Tribunal, which had set aside the removal of the respondent from service under G.O.Ms.No.520-MA & UD dated 28.10.2000. The Court found that the Tribunal had jurisdiction to inquire into the charges against the respondent under the Prevention of Corruption Act, 1988, specifically citing Section 13(2) and Section 13(1)(e). The Court emphasized that the disciplinary proceedings must adhere to the principles of natural justice and that the respondent was not given a fair opportunity to defend himself, leading to the conclusion that the removal was unjustified.