R. N. NANJUNDAPPA vs T. THIMMIAH & ANR.

The Supreme Court held that the appointment of the respondent as Principal was invalid as it contravened the Mysore State Civil Services (General Recruitment) Rules, 1957, which mandated recruitment through competitive examination or selection. The Court emphasized that the appointment did not follow the prescribed methods and violated Articles 14 and 16 of the Constitution of India, which ensure equality of opportunity in public employment. The Court allowed the appeal, thereby overturning the High Court's decision that had regularized the respondent's appointment.