RAM SUNDER RAM vs UNION OF INDIA .

The Supreme Court held that the discharge of the appellant from the Army Service under Rule 13 of the Army Rules, 1954 was invalid as the principles of natural justice were not adhered to during the inquiry process. The Court emphasized that the competent authority must provide a fair hearing before passing such orders, thereby upholding the Single Judge's decision and reversing the Division Bench's ruling. Consequently, the Court reinstated the appellant's position in the Army.