JARNAIL SINGH vs LACHHMI NARAIN GUPTA .

The Supreme Court addressed multiple civil appeals concerning the interpretation of various statutory provisions and the applicability of precedents in service matters. The Court emphasized the importance of adhering to the principles of natural justice and fair play as enshrined in Article 14 of the Constitution. The Court held that the decisions made by lower authorities must be consistent with established legal principles, and any deviation without just cause would render such decisions invalid.