DY.INSPECTOR GENERAL OF POLICE vs K.RAVINDER RAO

The Supreme Court upheld the High Court's decision to reinstate the respondent, a Police Constable, after finding the punishment of removal from service disproportionate. The Court noted that while some misconduct was established, the evidence did not support the allegation of being inebriated at the time of the incident. The Court emphasized the need for proper evaluation of evidence in disciplinary proceedings, affirming the High Court's direction for reinstatement with 50% back wages, thus highlighting the principles of proportionality and fair inquiry under service law.