Vikram Singh vs The Comm. Of Police

The Supreme Court reiterated the principles established in Avtar Singh v. Union of India, emphasizing that candidates must provide truthful information regarding criminal cases when applying for government positions. The Court held that suppression of information can lead to cancellation of candidature, particularly if the conviction is not trivial. The decision to cancel must consider the nature of the offence and the circumstances surrounding the suppression, affirming that employers have discretion in such matters under the relevant rules.