Looking to understand Service Laws with ease? Here are 5 of the best books by EBC that explain key concepts, procedures, and case law in a simple and accessible manner — perfect for students, aspirants, and legal professionals alike.
BR Ghaiye’s Departmental Enquiries: Law and Procedure remains the most authoritative and comprehensive guide on the subject. Now in its fifth edition, the book has been updated with recent statutory developments and case law up to December 2023. It takes the reader through every stage of a departmental enquiry, from the initial complaint to final disposal, while clarifying key issues like standard of proof, judicial review, and proportionality in punishments. With its detailed index and practical insights, this book is essential for government departments, enterprises, and legal professionals involved in service law matters.
Dr J.K. Verma’s Disciplinary Proceedings in Industry offers a comprehensive analysis of every stage of disciplinary action in industrial settings, from initiation to appellate or judicial review. It incorporates key updates from the Industrial Relations Code, 2020, while highlighting that core practices around misconduct remain unchanged. The book addresses variations across industries and simplifies complex legal material, making it easier for practitioners to navigate diverse service rules. With detailed references to laws, rules, and case law, it is an essential resource for lawyers, workers, unions, and employers alike.
Now in its thoroughly revised 3rd edition, Dr. J.K. Verma’s work reflects three decades of evolving judicial thought and legal developments in service and industrial employment. Covering key judgments up to June 2014, the book also includes essential statutory rules and standing orders. With clear guidance on handling misconduct, sexual harassment, and disciplinary issues, it offers practical tools like sample charge-sheets and advice on managing strikes or lockouts. Written in simple, accessible language, it is an invaluable guide for HR professionals, legal practitioners, and even laypersons navigating employment law.
This clear and well-structured commentary on premature retirement law in India has been updated with a supplement up to 2016. It covers key topics such as modes of retirement, the State’s role as employer, and complex issues around compulsory retirement under service and conduct rules. The book also includes appendices with various voluntary retirement schemes for government and public sector employees, making it a practical resource for legal professionals and HR personnel.
by J K Verma
by M.S. Nila, R Prakash
This book offers a clear explanation of the legal principles surrounding suspension in service law. It covers key aspects such as the scope and consequences of suspension, deemed suspension, competent authority, subsistence allowance, and reinstatement. Backed by relevant case law and statutory provisions, it addresses both disciplinary and criminal proceedings. It also clarifies the rights of suspended employees and the limits of administrative discretion. A practical guide for understanding both procedural and legal dimensions of suspension.
