Employer needs to prove case on preponderance of probabilities in disciplinary proceedings: SC

The Supreme Court clarified that public employers only need a "preponderance of probabilities" to prove misconduct and dismiss an errant employee during disciplinary proceedings. This ruling allows dismissals even if the employee is acquitted in related criminal cases. The verdict overturned Calcutta High Court's decision reinstating Pradip Kumar Banerjee, upholding his dismissal based on disciplinary action.

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