TAGIN LITIN vs STATE OF ARUNACHAL PRADESH

The Supreme Court addressed the appointment of the Head Gaonburah in Simong village under the Assam Frontier (Administration of Justice) Regulation, 1945. The Court held that the Deputy Commissioner has the authority to appoint village authorities, including Gaonburahs, and emphasized the need for adherence to the established procedure in making such appointments. The Court ultimately upheld the appointment of the petitioner as Head Gaonburah, affirming the validity of the Deputy Commissioner's decision based on seniority and experience as per the recommendations received.