Punjab And Sind Bank vs Raj Kumar

The Supreme Court examined whether the modification of a disciplinary punishment from dismissal to compulsory retirement, based on allegations of discrimination, violated Article 14 of the Constitution. The Court emphasized the importance of scrutinizing trust and the proportionality of disciplinary actions. It upheld the High Court's decision to modify the punishment, affirming the principle of non-discrimination in employment disciplinary proceedings. The case underscores the Court's role in ensuring fairness and equality in administrative and disciplinary measures.