STATE OF MYSORE vs C. R. SESHADRI & ORS.

The Supreme Court held that the respondent was entitled to count his service from October 27, 1946, for seniority in the gradation list, as per the principles of service law. However, the Court clarified that it cannot direct notional promotion or payment of excess salary, as the power to promote lies with the executive. The Court directed the government to reconsider the respondent's case for promotion based on seniority and merit, ensuring he is treated fairly without adverse action. The appeal was partly allowed, and costs were awarded to the respondent.