Article 311(2) (C)

The Jammu & Kashmir government has terminated 4 government employees for being a threat to the security of the state under article 311 (2) (c) recently.
Article 311(2) – It states that a civil servant cannot be dismissed, demoted, or reduced in rank unless they have been given a reasonable opportunity to show cause against the proposed action.

Article 311(2)(c) - It allows the government to terminate employees without ordering an inquiry into their conduct or giving them an opportunity to explain their position if the President/Governor, is satisfied that in the interest of the security of the State, it is not expedient to hold such inquiry.

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