Sheel Kr. Roy vs Secretary M/O Defence & Ors

The Supreme Court examined the provisions of the Army Act, 1950 and Army Rules, 1954 in the context of a soldier's medical categorization and subsequent disciplinary actions. The Court held that the delay in medical re-categorization and the lack of proper evaluation before imposing penalties violated the principles of natural justice. Consequently, the Court set aside the disciplinary actions taken against the appellant, emphasizing the need for timely medical assessments under Section 20 of the Army Act.