RAM SINGH SAINI vs H. N. BHARGAVA

The Supreme Court held that the provisions under Section 31(aa) of the Saugar University Act, 1946, and sub-rule (2) of statute No. 21-AA are mandatory, requiring that if an appointment is not made within a year of the Selection Committee's recommendation, the post must be readvertised. The Court dismissed the appellant's appeal, affirming that the delay in appointment due to the Executive Council's refusal does not negate the mandatory nature of the statute. The High Court's quashing of the appointment was upheld, emphasizing the necessity of adhering to the statutory provisions for valid appointments.