SHAMSHER SINGH MALIK Vs. UOI

JUDGEMENT

(1.) WITH the promulgation of the Coast Guard Act 1978, a cadre of Coast Guards was created by hiving off a wing of the Indian Navy. A distinct and separate service with separate cadre was constituted. Various posts were notified with eligibility and service conditions thereto.

(2.) THE hierarchical structure of the Coast Guard Service is as follows: - Director General "Inspector General" Deputy Inspector General 'Commandant "Commandant (Junior Grade) "Deputy Commandant "Assistant Commandant.

(3.) DIRECTORATE General Coast Guard Service, issued an Office Order No.14/2002 prescribing the guidelines for selection and promotion of Coast Guard Officers, the relevant portion whereof reads as under:-