RAJ PAL VERMA vs CHANCELLOR OF MEERUT UNIVERSITY

The Supreme Court addressed the validity of the Chancellor's action in appointing a professor without following the due procedure as mandated by Section 31(8)(a) of the U.P. University Act, 1973. The Court held that the Chancellor could not unilaterally fill vacancies by nomination without the Executive Council's agreement, thereby emphasizing the necessity of adherence to established procedures for appointments in universities. The appeal was dismissed, affirming the High Court's decision to reject the challenge against the appointment.