Life Insurance Corporation Of India vs R. Dhandapani

The Supreme Court held that under Section 11-A of the Industrial Disputes Act, 1947, the Industrial Tribunal has the authority to review the proportionality of punishment imposed on an employee. The Court found that while the employee's misconduct warranted disciplinary action, the penalty of removal from service was excessively harsh given the circumstances. The Court upheld the Tribunal's decision to reinstate the employee with back wages, emphasizing the need for a balanced approach in disciplinary matters.