STATE BANK OF INDIA vs JASPAL KAUR

The Supreme Court addressed the issue of compassionate appointment under the scheme framed by the appellant Bank, emphasizing that such appointments are contingent upon the financial condition of the family of the deceased employee. The Court held that the High Court erred in its assessment of the family's financial situation, as the scheme requires consideration of the family's penurious condition at the time of the employee's death. Consequently, the Supreme Court set aside the High Court's order, reinforcing the need for adherence to the established guidelines for compassionate appointments.