Mahendra Prasad Singh @ Mahendra Singh vs State Of Bihar & Ors

The Supreme Court addressed the issue of pension entitlement under Rule 46 of the Bihar Pension Rules, 1950, determining that the appellant, who was discharged from service rather than dismissed or removed for misconduct, is entitled to pension. The Court emphasized that the classification of discharge versus dismissal is crucial in pension eligibility. The appeal was allowed, overturning the lower court's decision that denied the appellant's claim for pension benefits.