V.C., BANARAS HINDU UNIVERSITY vs SHRIKANT

The Supreme Court examined the provisions of the Banaras Hindu University Act, 1915, particularly Sections 10, 17, and 18, regarding the management and administrative authority of the University. The Court held that the Respondent's unauthorized leave, taken without the Vice Chancellor's permission, constituted misconduct, leading to the conclusion that he had abandoned his service. The Court upheld the University's decision to terminate the Respondent's employment, affirming the authority of the Executive Council under the Act to manage such administrative matters.