GEETABEN RATILAL PATEL vs DISTRICT PRIMARY EDUCATION OFFICER

The Supreme Court examined the powers of the Commissioner under Section 62 of the Persons with Disabilities (Equal Opportunities, Protection of Rights and Full Participation) Act, 1995, regarding the dismissal of a disabled employee. The Court held that the Commissioner can review the legality of such dismissals if it is found that the employee's rights have been violated. The appeal was dismissed, affirming the High Court's decision that the Commissioner acted within his jurisdiction.