In the case of M.D.S.A. Perera vs Dharmasena Dissanayake (SC FR/APPLICATION NO 62/2020-2023) the Supreme Court examined an alleged violation of Fundamental Rights under Article 12(1) (Equality) concerning the disciplinary process of a Grade I Accountant. The Petitioner, nearing his 60th birthday, was subjected to two distinct charge sheets that ultimately forced his retirement under Section 12 of the Minutes on Pension, a provision used when disciplinary proceedings are pending at the time of retirement.