UNION OF INDIA vs MADRAS TELE.S.C.&S.T.SOCIAL WELFARE ASSN

The Supreme Court clarified that the observations made in Union of India Vs. Madras Telephone SC & ST Social Welfare Association protect the seniority and promotion of individuals with favorable judgments from the Central Administrative Tribunal. The Court held that the revised seniority lists issued by the respondents must recognize the finality of these judgments and restore the applicants to their original seniority. This ruling emphasizes the binding nature of final judgments in administrative matters, particularly regarding promotions and seniority under Article 309 of the Constitution.