Anubhuti Sharma & Arsheya Chaudhary, Vivekananda Institute of Professional Studies
ABSTRACT
Departmental Enquiries are based on natural justice principles. The term "natural justice" is frequently used in legal contexts. Natural justice derives from Latin maxims such as Audi Alteram Partem and Nemo Judex in causa Sua. In the context of their tenure, Article 311 gives two procedural safeguards to government officials. A departmental inquiry is an investigation into allegations of indiscipline and misbehaviour levelled against a worker or employee.
When an employee is being considered for dismissal or punishment, the employer is required to conduct departmental inquiries to determine if the proposed action of dismissal or punishment is justified.
Keywords: Departmental enquiry, natural justice, Article 311, misconduct, punishment
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