High Court Of Delhi & Anr vs A.K. Mahajan & Ors

The Supreme Court addressed the validity of amendments to the Delhi High Court Establishment (Appointment and Conditions of Service) Rules, 1972, specifically concerning the selection process for the post of Assistant Registrar. The Court held that the amendment providing for a 1/3rd quota for Superintendents, Court Masters, and Private Secretaries was justified to correct the imbalance in promotions among these categories. The Court upheld the High Court's decision to allow the Writ Petitions challenging the notification dated 7.8.1995, thereby affirming the need for equitable representation in promotions as per Rule 3 of the Rules of 1972.