Supreme Court Enforces Liberal View on Disability Pension for Army
The Supreme Court has granted disability pension to an army veteran discharged due to Schizophrenia, emphasizing the need for clear reasons in medical reports to justify discharge decisions. The court criticized the previous process, highlighted the beneficial nature of such pensions, and mandated action that respected the rights of servicemen.
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In a landmark ruling, the Supreme Court has underscored the need for a liberal interpretation of beneficial provisions, granting disability pension to an army veteran previously discharged due to Schizophrenia. The court criticized the lack of detailed reasoning in medical reports, which earlier denied the serviceman his pension.
A bench led by Justices Abhay S Oka and N Kotiswar Singh emphasized that reasons provided by the Medical Board are crucial for granting or denying disability pension, noting their importance in the decision-making process. The judgement calls for a more compassionate approach in dealing with cases involving mental health conditions like Schizophrenia.
The court ruled that discharging servicemen based on unsupported medical opinions, which lack detailed explanations, cannot withstand legal scrutiny. Consequently, the army veteran was awarded disability pension with immediate effect, highlighting the judiciary's commitment to upholding the rights of those who served the nation.
(With inputs from agencies.)
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