Paritosh Kumar vs The State Of Jharkhand Thr. The ...

The Supreme Court upheld the High Court's decision that the disciplinary punishment imposed on the appellant was harsh and disproportionate, violating Articles 14, 16, 19, and 21 of the Constitution of India. The Court clarified that the High Court's order quashing the previous punishment did not allow for reopening of disciplinary proceedings but permitted the authority to reconsider the quantum of punishment only. Consequently, the appeal was disposed of with directions for the authority to act in accordance with the High Court's ruling.