S. MUTHU KUMARAN vs UNION OF INDIA

The Supreme Court upheld the dismissal of the appellant's application for reinstatement under the Armed Forces Tribunal Act, 2007, specifically referencing Section 20(3) of the Army Act and Rule 17 of the Army Rules. The Court found that the appellant's confessional statement, made under duress, was admissible and supported the termination of his service due to involvement in a fraudulent recruitment racket. The Court affirmed the Tribunal's decision that the appellant's claims lacked merit and dismissed the appeal.