MATHURA PRASAD vs UNION OF INDIA .

The Supreme Court held that the disciplinary action taken against the appellant under the service rules was unjustified as the Inquiry Officer's conclusion regarding the authenticity of the service card was not supported by adequate evidence. The Court emphasized the necessity of a fair inquiry and the right to be heard under Article 14 and Article 21 of the Constitution. The Court set aside the removal order and reinstated the appellant, ruling that the principles of natural justice were violated during the inquiry process.