Ram Sunder Ram vs Union Of India & Ors

The Supreme Court held that the discharge of the appellant from Army service under Rule 13 of the Army Rules, 1954 was invalid due to violation of principles of natural justice, as the competent authority failed to provide a fair hearing before the discharge. The Court emphasized that adherence to procedural fairness is essential in disciplinary actions within the armed forces. Consequently, the Court set aside the High Court's decision and reinstated the Single Judge's order allowing the writ petition.