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Judicial officer reinstated — de novo inquiry after first report is impermissible

The Supreme Court ordered reinstatement of a Gujarat judicial officer, ruling that once an inquiry report is taken on record, disciplinary rules do not...

Legal Update Apr 20, 2026

The Supreme Court ordered reinstatement of a Gujarat judicial officer, ruling that once an inquiry report is taken on record, disciplinary rules do not permit a fresh de novo inquiry — only a further inquiry on specific points is permissible. The earlier inquiry cannot be erased and restarted.
Supreme Court of India