VASANT KRISHNARAO PATURKAR & ANR. vs D. R. MAJRAMKAR & OTHERS

The Supreme Court set aside the Bombay High Court's judgment regarding the gradation and seniority of officers from different states under the States Reorganisation Act, 1956, specifically referencing Section 115. The Court held that the Central Government holds the authority to determine the principles for service integration and must ensure fair treatment for all affected individuals. The High Court's directive to the State Government was deemed inappropriate as it overstepped its jurisdiction, and the Court ordered a rehearing of Special Civil Application No. 1354/70, allowing all parties to present their views.