In Brief
Om Pal Singh challenged a High Court order upholding his suspension and the disciplinary authority's denial of back wages during that period. The Supreme Court held that where misconduct is proved, denying salary during suspension is lawful and does not constitute disproportionate punishment. The Court reasoned that awarding back wages for periods not worked would improperly reward a delinquent employee while unfairly burdening the employer. Reinstatement was characterized as a consequential benefit arising from lesser punishment. The appeal was dismissed, affirming both the suspension and denial of back wages.
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