2000 (11) TMI 1264 - SC - Indian Laws

Summary

The Supreme Court allowed the civil appeal, directing the disciplinary authority to provide the appellant with the inquiry report, allowing her to respond before making a final decision. The appellant will not be reinstated or receive back wages. The matter is remitted to the disciplinary authority for further consideration. The authority must provide the report within one month, allow four weeks for a response, and decide within six weeks. The appellant may apply for subsistence allowance, which will be considered on its merits.