#moral turpitude

The Allahabad High Court has ruled that rejecting a candidate for public employment based solely on the registration of a criminal case-without applying independent judgment under Government Order 1958-violates the principles of natural justice. This sets a critical precedent for all state departments conducting character verification, ensuring that mere allegations cannot override merit-based selection without due process.

Rajasthan High Court rules that a Rs. 100 fine under the Rajasthan Public Gambling Ordinance does not constitute moral turpitude, reinstating compassionate appointment for the petitioner. The judgment clarifies that minor offences without dishonesty or moral depravity cannot disqualify dependents of deceased government servants from compassionate employment.

The Central Administrative Tribunal ruled that an acquittal by compromise in a mutual dispute involving cross-FIRs cannot lead to automatic disqualification for Delhi Police recruitment. The Screening Committee must conduct a holistic assessment of the candidate's character and the nature of the dispute before rejecting candidature.

MP High Court directs authorities to reconsider service reinstatement claims afresh, excluding Section 325 IPC offenses from moral turpitude per recent judgments and circular. The ruling mandates a reasoned order within three months, ensuring employees dismissed on moral turpitude grounds get a fair review based on updated legal standards.

Rajasthan High Court rules that registration of an FIR under the Prevention of Corruption Act is sufficient grounds for suspending a Sarpanch under Section 38(4) of the Rajasthan Panchayati Raj Act, bypassing the need for a prior departmental enquiry. The ruling reinforces swift action against alleged corruption in local governance, impacting elected representatives across Rajasthan.

Bombay High Court holds that deliberate falsification of service book entries for pay scale benefits amounts to moral turpitude, setting a precedent for disciplinary proceedings in educational institutions.

Delhi High Court holds that Section 12 of the Probation of Offenders Act overrides employer disqualifications based on conviction, where probation is granted. Key precedent clarified.