DAKSHABEN B. PATEL vs ADMINISTRATOR, U.T. OF DAMAN & DIU

The Supreme Court allowed the appeal, confirming that the appellant had obtained the M. Phil degree within the extended time granted by the Tribunal under the order dated January 13, 1992. The Court directed the respondents to refer the appellant's case for regularization to the U.P.S.C. in accordance with applicable rules, thereby affirming the eligibility of the appellant for the degree. The judgment underscores the importance of adhering to procedural timelines in academic qualifications for employment.