CHARANJIT LAMBA vs COMMNDNG.OFFICER,SOUTHERN COMMAND .

The Supreme Court upheld the dismissal of a Major in the Indian Army under Section 52(f) and Section 45 of the Army Act for misconduct involving wrongful gain and behavior unbecoming of an officer. The Court found that the General Court Martial (GCM) correctly determined the appellant's guilt in improperly claiming Rs.16,589.30 for moving expenses, while acquitting him of the second charge regarding non-payment of an electricity bill. The dismissal was affirmed as the GOC M & G Area deemed the offense serious and involving moral turpitude, justifying the penalty imposed.