C.N.Malla vs State Of J&K & Ors

The Supreme Court held that the termination of the appellant's services as Assistant Surgeon was in violation of the Jammu & Kashmir Civil Services (Classification, Control and Appeal) Rules, 1956, and the principles of natural justice. The Court affirmed the High Court's decision to set aside the termination order and awarded back wages from the date of the writ petition, emphasizing the necessity of following due process in service termination cases. The appeal was allowed, reinstating the appellant's entitlement to back wages as determined by the single Judge.