In which one of the following cases is a civil servant, before dismissal, entitled to be heard?

A. If the President is satisfied that in the interest of security of the State it is not expedient to hold an enquiry into the misconduct of the civil servant

B. If the disciplinary authority records that it is not reasonably practicable to hold the enquiry

C. Where the civil servant has been convicted on a criminal charge and the basis of dismissal is the same conduct

D. When the disciplinary authority is satisfied that the civil servant has no defence

Answer: Option D