Dev Dutt vs Union Of India & Ors on 12 May, 2008
In Sukhdev Singh v. Union of India & Others, (2013) 9 SCC 566, the
Supreme Court reiterated and held that the ratio expressed in Dev Dutt (Supra)
that every entry in the ACR must be communicated is legally sound and helps in
achieving threefold objectives. It helps public servant to work harder and
achieve more and better results. Secondly, he is made aware of the entry in the
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ACR and if he feels dissatisfied, it enables him to make a representation for
upgradation. Lastly, it brings transparency in recording the remarks relating to
a public servant and the system becomes more conforming to the principles of
natural justice.