Ceat Ltd vs Murphy India Employees Union

The Supreme Court interpreted the Memorandum of Settlement under the Maharashtra Recognition of Trade Unions and Prevention of Unfair Labour Practices Act, 1971, emphasizing that the terms of the settlement must be adhered to by the employer. The Court held that the workmen's appointment on probation did not negate their rights under the Certified Standing Orders, which stipulate conditions for permanent employment. The judgment reinforced the principle that agreements made between employers and unions must be honored, particularly in the context of industrial disputes arising from unfair labor practices.