In Brief
A District Basic Education Officer issued appointment letters to 521 candidates as Assistant Teachers without following the mandatory procedure under the U.P. Basic Education (Teachers) Service Rules, 1981, which required selection committee recommendations. The State initiated disciplinary proceedings alleging corruption. The initial enquiry violated natural justice principles by not giving the officer proper hearing and evidence opportunity. The High Court quashed the dismissal order and remitted the matter for a fresh enquiry. The Supreme Court upheld this decision, directing that the fresh enquiry be conducted from the charge sheet stage in compliance with natural justice principles, with the officer remaining suspended, and the enquiry officer to be appointed by the Chief Secretary."
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