SHIV PRASAD vs GOVT. OF INDIA .

The Supreme Court addressed the appeals concerning the appointment of faculty members at Roorkee University, specifically focusing on the selection process for the post of Assistant Professor in Mathematics. The Court held that the High Court's directive to re-advertise the post and conduct a fresh selection process was inappropriate, given that the writ petitioner was found eligible and recommended for the position. The Court ultimately set aside the High Court's order, reinstating the validity of the appointment of Dr. Madhu Jain as Assistant Professor, thereby affirming the selection process conducted by the University.