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Dismissal of a Lekhpal from service after a departmental inquiry, challenge of dismissal order before U.P. Public Services Tribunal, findings of illegality in departmental proceedings, dismissal of writ petition by High Court. Departmental Inquiry Findings: The respondent, a Lekhpal, was dismissed from service after a departmental inquiry. The U.P. Public Services Tribunal found that the inquiry was illegal and void due to failure to supply copies of documents mentioned in the charge-sheet to the respondent, violating principles of natural justice. Principles of Natural Justice: The Tribunal's findings were based on the lack of opportunity for the respondent to defend himself effectively, as he was not provided copies of documents or statements relied upon in the inquiry. Previous cases emphasized the importance of supplying documents to the accused for a fair defense. Legal Precedents: Cases like Chandrama Tewari vs. Union of India and High Court of Punjab & Haryana vs. Amrik Singh highlighted the necessity of providing copies of documents to the accused in departmental proceedings to ensure fairness and adherence to natural justice principles. Violation of Natural Justice: The failure to supply copies of documents and witness statements to the respondent during the preliminary inquiry compromised his ability to defend himself effectively. The appellant's admission that documents were not provided, despite the respondent's right to inspect them, further supported the violation of natural justice principles. Conclusion: The appeal was dismissed as the failure to provide essential documents to the respondent infringed upon his right to a fair hearing. The court found no merit in the appeal and ruled in favor of the respondent, emphasizing the importance of upholding natural justice principles in departmental proceedings.
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