ARYAVRAT GRAMIN BANK vs VIJAY SHANKAR SHUKLA

The Supreme Court examined the recruitment process for the post of Officer in a Regional Rural Bank under the Regional Rural Bank Act, 1976. It held that the recruitment must adhere to the prescribed quotas for direct recruitment and promotions as outlined in NABARD's circulars, specifically emphasizing the 50% quota for direct recruitment and 50% for promotions. The Court ruled that the interim orders from the High Court must be followed, ensuring that the recruitment process respects the established guidelines, thereby upholding the rights of promotees and direct recruits.