UNION OF INDIA vs MAHAJBEEN AKHTAR

The Supreme Court examined the applicability of the doctrine of 'equal pay for equal work' under Article 14 of the Constitution in the context of pay scales for similar positions. The Court upheld the Central Administrative Tribunal's order directing the grant of the replacement pay scale of Rs. 6500-10500 to the respondent, emphasizing that the qualifications and responsibilities of the positions were comparable. The appeal was dismissed, affirming the High Court's decision that the respondent was entitled to equal pay based on the principle of equality.