In Brief
A workman who worked for 14 years sought reinstatement or compensation following termination of employment. Instead of ordering reinstatement and back-wages, the Supreme Court awarded a lump-sum compensation of Rs. 2.5 lakhs as full and final settlement, finding this approach more appropriate given the circumstances. The respondent employer was directed to pay this amount within three months. The compensation was accepted by the workman in full settlement of his claims.
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