Dr. Chandra Prakash & Ors vs State Of U.P. & Anr

The Supreme Court addressed the issue of seniority among doctors in the Uttar Pradesh Medical Services, referencing the 'United Provinces Medical Service (Men's Branch) Rules, 1945'. The Court held that the rules governing seniority must be applied consistently to ensure fairness among the merged services, emphasizing the importance of adhering to established eligibility criteria for appointments. The outcome affirmed the rights of the petitioners who were appointed under the 1945 Rules, thereby clarifying the legal framework for seniority in the medical services.