State Of Punjab & Ors vs Rajesh Kumar

The Supreme Court upheld the discharge of a police constable under Rule 12.21 of the Punjab Police Rules, which allows for the discharge of an inefficient constable within three years of enrolment without the right to appeal. The Court emphasized that the assessment of an employee's suitability is at the discretion of the superior officers, who are best positioned to evaluate performance and conduct. The ruling confirmed that the discharge was not punitive but rather a determination of the constable's efficiency and suitability for the role, aligning with precedents set in State of Punjab & Ors. vs. Sukhwinder Singh and State of Punjab vs. Balbir Singh.