KENDRIYA VIDYALAYA SANGATHAN vs L.V. SUBRAMANYESWARA

The Supreme Court addressed the recruitment process of teachers and staff in an autonomous body governed by the Appointment, Promotion, Security etc. Rules, 1971, under the Societies Registration Act. The Court emphasized that the recruitment must adhere to the prescribed rules, particularly regarding the preparation of select panels and the qualifications for candidates, including provisions for relaxation of age limits for Scheduled Castes/Scheduled Tribes. The Court upheld the validity of the rules and clarified the authority of the Board in determining the strength of service grades, thereby affirming the recruitment process as lawful and consistent with statutory provisions.