Dy.Inspector Gen.Of Police & Anr vs S.Samuthiram

The Supreme Court addressed the issue of eve-teasing, specifically under the Tamil Nadu Prohibition of Eve-Teasing Act, 1998, and upheld the dismissal of a police officer who engaged in eve-teasing while on duty. The Court emphasized that such conduct not only violates Section 509 IPC but also undermines the integrity of law enforcement. The dismissal was deemed lawful as it was a necessary disciplinary action against misconduct that endangered public safety and trust in the police force.