Supreme Court of India · 2010-09-21
Rajesh Kohli vs High Court Of J.&K. & Anr
- Citation / case number
- 2010 AIR SCW 6877
- Court
- Supreme Court of India
- Petitioner
- Rajesh Kohli
- Respondent
- High Court Of J.&K. & Anr
- Author
- Mukundakam Sharma
- Bench
- Anil R. Dave, Mukundakam Sharma
Judgment text excerpt
The Supreme Court addressed a Writ Petition under Article 32 challenging the termination of a probationary Judicial Officer based on a recommendation from the High Court of Jammu & Kashmir. The Court examined the Jammu & Kashmir Higher Judicial Service Rules, particularly Rule 15, which outlines the probationary period and conditions for termination. The Court held that the termination was valid as it was based on a complaint substantiated by an enquiry, affirming the authority of the appointing body to dispense with services during probation if unsatisfactory performance is established.