ABHIMANYOO RAM vs STATE OF U.P.

The Supreme Court upheld the High Court's dismissal of the appellant's writ petition as not pressed, clarifying that the interim order allowing him to participate in the selection process was rendered illegal upon dismissal. The Court emphasized that the High Court's explicit directions regarding the consequences of the dismissal were necessary to prevent misuse of interim relief. The appellant's request for retrospective restoration of his enrolment was denied, reinforcing the principle that interim orders do not confer permanent rights if the underlying petition is dismissed.