UNION OF INDIA vs R.P.SINGH

The Supreme Court upheld the High Court's decision that the non-supply of the UPSC's advice to the respondent before imposing a penalty constituted a violation of principles of natural justice, as established in the case of State Bank of India vs. D.C. Aggarwal. The Court emphasized that the right to make an effective representation is fundamental, and failure to provide necessary information undermines the fairness of the disciplinary process. Consequently, the Court annulled the disciplinary action taken against R.P. Singh, restoring his position and pay.