Union Territory, Chandigarh ... vs Pradeep Kumar

The Supreme Court held that the Screening Committee's decision to deny employment to candidates with disclosed criminal cases, despite their acquittal, is valid under the guidelines governing recruitment for Chandigarh Police. The Court emphasized that acquittal does not automatically confer a right to appointment, as the appointing authority retains discretion to assess suitability based on integrity and character. The Court upheld the Screening Committee's finding that the respondents were unsuitable for the post of Constable, affirming the dismissal of the appeals by the State.