Supreme Court of India · 2012-02-01
Nand Kumar Verma vs State Of Jharkhand & Ors
- Citation / case number
- AIR 2012 SC (SUPP) 66
- Court
- Supreme Court of India
- Petitioner
- Nand Kumar Verma
- Respondent
- State Of Jharkhand & Ors
- Bench
- Anil R. Dave, H.L. Dattu
Judgment text excerpt
The Supreme Court upheld the High Court's decision regarding the reversion and compulsory retirement of a Judicial Officer, emphasizing the importance of maintaining judicial integrity. The Court noted that the appellant's actions, including granting bail in serious criminal cases, warranted disciplinary action under the relevant service rules. The judgment reinforced the principle that judicial officers must adhere to high standards of conduct, and the High Court's actions were deemed justified under the circumstances.