State Of M.P. And Others vs Hazarilal

The Supreme Court held that the termination of the respondent's services under the Madhya Pradesh State Services Act was unjustified, as the conviction under Section 323 IPC did not involve moral turpitude. The Court emphasized that disciplinary actions must be exercised fairly and reasonably, referencing Rule 19 of the M.P. Civil Services (Classification, Control and Appeal) Rules, 1966. The Court upheld the Tribunal's decision to reinstate the respondent, finding the punishment of removal excessive given the nature of the offense.