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Others (2003) 4 SCC 557 to contend the 'useless formality theory' or that without substantial prejudice, the violation of principles of natural justice ... service matter and not to a judicial authority. The 'useless formality theory' cannot apply to the requirement of issuance of notice

Judgment natural justice do not improve the situation "useless formality theory" can be pressed into service. Counsel submitted that the case ... caused, it was not necessary to go into the 'useless formality' theory. In the present case, the appellant was not afforded an opportunity

Appeal No.50 of 2015 hearing was a useless formality. This theory applies only in cases where there are admitted or indisputable facts leading