L.I.C. Of India & Anr vs Ram Pal Singh Bisen

The Supreme Court examined the dismissal of the respondent from service under the Life Insurance Corporation Act, 1956 and the Staff Regulations, emphasizing the necessity of adhering to principles of natural justice as mandated by Section 49(2)(b) of the Act. The Court found that the inquiry conducted against the respondent was vitiated due to lack of adequate opportunity for defense and non-speaking orders by the disciplinary authority. Consequently, the Court held that the dismissal was null and void, ordering reinstatement with all consequential benefits.