M. Pachiappan & Ors vs S. Markandam & Ors

The Supreme Court held that the final seniority list, which was not challenged by the respondents, governs the parties and renders the appeal moot. The Court emphasized that without challenging the final seniority list, neither party could seek appropriate relief regarding seniority. Consequently, the appeal was disposed of, and the order clarified that it should not be considered as precedent in other cases, while also addressing connected special leave petitions.