UNION OF INDIA & ORS. ETC. vs DELHI JUDICIAL SERVICE ASSN. & ANR

The Supreme Court upheld the Delhi High Court's decision to refix the salary of the Delhi Higher Judicial Service personnel in the pay scale of Rs.5900-6700 effective from 1.1.1986, as per the provisions under Article 309 of the Constitution. The Court found that the High Court's interpretation of the pay scales and the principle of 'seniority cum merit' for promotions was justified. The appeals by the Union of India and Delhi Administration were dismissed, affirming the High Court's order for payment of arrears within specified timelines.