R DURAISAMY vs DIR. OF SCHOOL EDUCATION

The Supreme Court addressed the issue of pay parity among teachers in Tamil Nadu, specifically under the Tamil Nadu Elementary Education Subordinate Service. The Court held that teachers from different educational levels (Elementary and High Schools) constituted one service, thus entitling the Petitioners to equal pay with their counterparts who were promoted as Head Masters. The Court upheld the Tribunal's decision to grant relief based on seniority and service parity, ensuring that the Petitioners received the same pay scale as those in similar positions.