L.I.C. OF INDIA vs RAM PAL SINGH BISEN

The Supreme Court held that the dismissal of the respondent from service was invalid due to violation of principles of natural justice, as he was not given adequate opportunity to defend himself during the inquiry process, contrary to the Life Insurance Corporation (Staff) Regulations, 1960. The Court emphasized that a non-speaking order without proper reasoning cannot sustain a dismissal. Consequently, the Court quashed the dismissal order and directed reinstatement of the respondent with all consequential benefits.