Secretary, State Of Karnataka And ... vs Umadevi And Others

The Supreme Court emphasized that public employment must adhere to constitutional provisions and established procedures, as outlined in Article 14 and Article 16 of the Constitution of India. The Court held that irregular appointments undermine the principle of equality of opportunity and that courts should refrain from issuing orders that prevent regular recruitment processes. The judgment cautioned against the misuse of Article 226 powers to perpetuate illegal employment practices, reinforcing the need for adherence to proper appointment procedures.