R.S.RAGHUNATH vs STATE OF KARNATAKA

The Supreme Court held that the Karnataka Civil Services (General Recruitment) Rules, 1977, specifically Rule 3(2), has an overriding effect on the Karnataka General Service (Motor Vehicles Branch) Recruitment Rules, 1976. The Court clarified that the non-obstante clause in Rule 3(2) indicates legislative intent to prioritize seniority-cum-merit for promotions over the selection basis outlined in the Special Rules. Consequently, the promotion of the second Respondent was upheld as valid, and the appeal was allowed.