High Court ruling: Respond to show-cause notices; no adverse orders during petition process. Corrective action allowed for unlawful notices.

The High Court of Gujarat held that the petitioners must respond to show-cause notices, with no adverse orders during the petition process. If the notices are found unlawful, corrective action can be taken. Direct service is permitted for other respondents.

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The High Court of Gujarat issued a judgment on 23rd December, 2002. The Senior Central Government Standing Counsel waived notice for respondent no.1. The petitioners must reply to show-cause notices, and the authority should not pass any adverse orders during the petition's pendency. If the notices are deemed unlawful, appropriate action can be taken. Direct service is allowed for other respondents.

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