Union Of India vs R. Karthik

The Supreme Court upheld the Armed Forces Tribunal's decision to modify the dismissal of a sailor, reducing it to 75 days detention while maintaining the deprivation of the First Good Conduct Badge. The Court emphasized that the punishment must be proportionate to the misconduct, as per the principles of natural justice and fair play. The judgment reaffirmed the importance of procedural fairness in military disciplinary actions, particularly under the provisions of the Navy Act and relevant service regulations.