HARGOVlND PANT vs DR. RAGHUKUL TILAK & ORS.

The Supreme Court held that the office of Governor of a State is not considered 'employment under the Government of India' as per Article 319(d) of the Constitution. The Court clarified that the term 'employment' does not encompass the Governor's role, which involves significant constitutional functions and powers, distinguishing it from a mere employer-employee relationship. Consequently, the appointment of the first respondent as Governor of Rajasthan was deemed valid and not in violation of Article 319(d).