Vijayakumaran C.P.V vs Central University Of Kerala

The Supreme Court addressed the termination of Dr. C.P.V. Vijayakumaran's services by the Central University of Kerala, determining whether the termination was a simple dismissal or carried a stigma. The Court held that the termination was stigmatic due to the involvement of the Internal Complaints Committee and the implications of the Executive Council's decision, which required adherence to the principles of natural justice under Article 14 and Article 21 of the Constitution. Consequently, the Court ruled that the termination order was invalid and directed the University to follow due process before any such action.