ASHOK KUMAR SHRIVASTAVA vs RAM LAL .

The Supreme Court addressed appeals arising from a common judgment of the Allahabad High Court regarding the recruitment process for Trade Tax Officers in Uttar Pradesh. The Court held that the delay in filling vacancies due to the slow process of the U.P. Public Service Commission warranted the amendment of the U.P. Sales Tax Officers (Grade II) Service Rules, allowing for a Limited Departmental Examination to fill the posts. The Court emphasized the need for timely appointments in the interest of public service and upheld the administrative necessity for such measures under the relevant service rules.