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Steps in Domestic Enquiry:: 1. Report of Misconduct and Prima-Facie Enquiry
Steps in Domestic Enquiry:: 1. Report of Misconduct and Prima-Facie Enquiry
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Handout for MBA IV- HR specialization –Labour Laws- II
If, the employer is of the opinion that the enquiry was not conducted properly, he may appoint
a new enquiry officer and start a fresh enquiry.
Principles of Natural Justice are the heart of the process of administering justice to parties. It is
not coded anywhere in the books of law but have been evolved during the administration of
justice. The law recognizes the fairness must be observed toward both the parties during the
process and each party should get an equal chance to represent it.
1. No one should be the judge of his own case: This principle means that the person who acts
/ is appointed as a judge to administer justice shall be a person impartial and he should not
have interest in the matter in any manner. Either of the parties to the suit shall not be the
judge as well. This principle is based on the motive of observing total impartiality in the
process of giving justice.
2. Equal and reasonable opportunity of being heard must be given to both the parties: Both
the parties to the suit must get equal opportunity to represent their side. Reasonableness is
not defined in the books of law, as it depends from case to case. But, it means showing
consideration towards the parties during the process of justice to certain extent.
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