R.C. Chandel vs High Court Of M.P. & Anr

The Supreme Court addressed the legality of the compulsory retirement of a District and Sessions Judge under Rule 56(2)(a) of the Fundamental Rules and related Madhya Pradesh service rules. The Court held that the adverse entries in the appellant's service record, which were the basis for his retirement, were insufficient to justify such action, especially given his subsequent promotions and positive assessments. Consequently, the Court reinstated the appellant with all consequential benefits, overturning the Division Bench's decision that had set aside the Single Judge's order.