STATE BANK OF INDIA & ORS. vs MOHD. MYNUDDIN

The Supreme Court held that the decision of the Selection Committee regarding promotions in service matters prevails unless vitiated by mala fides or bias, as per Articles 226 and 32 of the Constitution of India. The Court clarified that while it can direct consideration of a case for promotion, it cannot mandate promotion without allowing the management to evaluate the candidate's merit. The Court allowed the appeal, overturning the High Court's direction to promote the respondent retroactively, emphasizing the need for management discretion in promotion decisions.