MANAGER GOVT. BRANCH PRESS &. ANR vs D. B. BELLIAWPA

The Supreme Court held that Articles 14 and 16(1) of the Constitution protect even temporary employees from arbitrary discrimination. The termination of Belliappa's services, without reason and while retaining juniors in similar positions, violated his right to equal treatment. The Court emphasized that discretion in termination must be exercised fairly and not capriciously, affirming the High Court's decision to allow Belliappa's writ petition.