BERHAMPUR UNIVERSITY vs SAILABALA PADHI

The Supreme Court held that the High Court was justified in directing the appointment of the respondent as Professor in Environmental Science, as per Section 21(2) of the Orissa Universities Act, 1989. The Court found that the respondent, possessing a Master's degree in Botany and relevant experience, was eligible for the post despite the Selection Committee's initial decision. The Court upheld the High Court's ruling, emphasizing that the qualifications outlined in the advertisement did not preclude the respondent's eligibility, thus affirming the appointment order.