ISSUE:
Whether the New Delhi Municipal Committee was given adequate opportunity to respond to the allegations before the order of supersession was issued.
Whether the rules of natural justice should be followed even when there are undisputed facts that speak for themselves, since no purpose would be served by following the process of formal notice?
RULE:
The court emphasized that natural justice must be observed in administrative actions, particularly when significant allegations are made against a public body.
The principle of minimal natural justice was highlighted, indicating that even in urgent situations, a basic opportunity to respond should be afforded.
The court ruled that mere correspondence or reprimands do not constitute an adequate opportunity for representation if they do not indicate impending action against the committee.