The State Of Assam vs Binod Kumar

The Supreme Court held that Rule 63(iii) of the Assam Police Manual is invalid as it conflicts with Section 14(2) of the Assam Police Act, 2007, which prohibits the Deputy Commissioner from interfering in the internal organization and discipline of the Police force. The Court emphasized that the Reporting Authority for ACRs/APARs of IPS Officers must align with the provisions of the All India Services (Performance Appraisal Report) Rules, 2007. Consequently, the Court upheld the Gauhati High Court's decision, affirming the invalidation of the Rule.