It is possible that it may come to knowledge of Government that certain Secretary Level person is acting against the interest of government.
Normal rule is of holding an inquiry and dismiss him after inquiry.
But there may be situations when setting up inquiry may not be advisable or possible.
In such cases, even without inquiry, President is empowered to dismiss concerned a Secretary from service under Art. 311(2)(c).
For more reference, plz see SC judgement dated 30.3.2011 in C.A. No. 2797 of 2011
Haresh Raichura
2/6/2014
