NIRMALA J. JHALA vs STATE OF GUJARAT & ANR.

The Supreme Court upheld the order of compulsory retirement of the appellant, Nirmala J. Jhala, from the Gujarat State Judicial Service, based on findings of corruption and demand for illegal gratification under the Prevention of Corruption Act. The Court emphasized that the Enquiry Officer's report, which found the appellant guilty of demanding bribes, was substantiated by evidence, and the administrative actions taken by the High Court were in accordance with legal procedures. Consequently, the appeal was dismissed, affirming the punishment imposed by the State Government.