K.K. Parmar & Ors vs H.C. Of Gujarat Th. Registrar & Ors

The Supreme Court ruled that promotions to the post of Section Officer in the Gujarat High Court must adhere to the principles outlined in the Gujarat (Recruitment and Conditions of Service of Staff) Rules, 1964, specifically Rule 38, which emphasizes merit and seniority. The Court held that the selection process must be transparent and based on efficiency, as stipulated in Rule 47(2) of the High Court Rules. The Court dismissed the writ petitions challenging the promotion process, affirming that the selection committee's decisions were valid and in accordance with the established rules.