V.K. Majotra vs Union Of India & Ors

The Supreme Court addressed the qualifications for the Vice-Chairman of the Central Administrative Tribunal under Section 6(2)(a) of the Administrative Tribunals Act, 1985, holding that only a sitting or retired High Court Judge or an advocate qualified for such appointment can be eligible. The Court upheld the High Court's directive that future panels must comply with this requirement to ensure the independence and integrity of the Tribunal, aligning with Article 50 of the Constitution of India. The appeals were disposed of in favor of maintaining these qualifications for the Vice-Chairman position.