J.H. PATEL (D) BY LRS. vs NUBOARD MFG. CO. LTD. .

The Supreme Court addressed the legality of the dismissal of workmen under the Trade Unions Act, emphasizing the protection afforded to 'protected workmen' under Section 30 of the Act. The Court held that the dismissal was unjustified as the management failed to conduct a proper inquiry before terminating the workmen's services, violating principles of natural justice. Consequently, the Court set aside the High Court's order and reinstated the workmen with back wages.