Summary
- The Supreme Court has ruled that an employee cannot be terminated for suppression of criminal antecedents without clear evidence of knowledge regarding the NCR.
- In the case of Shatrughn Yadav vs. The Fertilizers and Chemicals Travancore Ltd., the court emphasized that the onus is on the employee to prove lack of awareness.
- The High Court's dismissal of Yadav's appeal was overturned, with the Supreme Court ordering his reinstatement and limiting back wages to 50%.
- This ruling sets a significant precedent on how employers must assess claims of non-disclosure in verification forms, emphasizing a nuanced approach rather than mechanical termination.
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