Maharaj Krishan Bhatt & Anr vs State Of J.&K.; & Ors

The Supreme Court addressed the appeals against the Jammu & Kashmir High Court's orders regarding the appointment of Sub-Inspectors of Police under the Jammu & Kashmir Police Manual. The Court held that the Director General of Police's rejection of the appellants' applications for appointment, despite prior directions from the High Court, was arbitrary and violated the principles of natural justice. The Court directed the authorities to reconsider the appellants' cases for appointment to the post of PSI, emphasizing adherence to the recruitment rules and fair treatment under Regulation 174 of the Jammu & Kashmir Police Manual.