State Of Karnataka & Ors vs Ameerbi & Ors

The Supreme Court addressed the maintainability of applications filed by Anganwadi workers under Section 15 of the Administrative Tribunals Act, 1985, determining that they do hold civil posts despite being paid an honorarium. The Court emphasized that the nature of their appointment and duties aligns with the definition of civil service, thus upholding the Tribunal's decision. The judgment clarified that the implications of recognizing Anganwadi workers as civil servants must be weighed against the operational viability of the Integrated Child Development Service (ICDS) scheme.