PRAHALLAD BARAL vs GOVT. OF ORISSA

The Supreme Court held that the fixation of seniority among L.D.Cs is governed by the educational qualifications as per the Government's instructions dated February 4, 1971. Specifically, those with Intermediate qualifications are to be ranked senior to Matriculates, regardless of the date of appointment. The Court upheld the decision of the Central Administrative Tribunal, confirming that the appellant, having superior qualifications, is entitled to seniority and promotion over the respondents, who are Matriculates.