What are the circumstances when a person can be dismissed, removed or reduced in rank without an inquiry?
A person can be dismissed, removed or reduced in rank without an inquiry under the following circumstances:

(a) When a person is dismissed or removed or reduced in rank on the ground of conduct which has led to his conviction on a criminal charge.
(b) Where the authority empowered to dismiss or remove a person or to reduce him in rank is satisfied that for some reason, to be recorded by that authority in writing, it is not reasonably practicable to hold such inquiry.
(c) Where the President or the Governor, as the case may be, is satisfied that in the interest of the security of the State it is not expedient to hold such inquiry.