P.V. Radha Krishna & Ors vs State Of A.P. & Ors

The Supreme Court examined the constitutional validity of the Andhra Pradesh Employment (Organization of Local Cadres and Regulation of Direct Recruitment) Order, 1975, under Articles 371D and 371E of the Constitution. The Court held that the Presidential Order is valid as it provides for equitable employment opportunities for different regions of Andhra Pradesh, specifically addressing the historical context of regional disparities. The Court emphasized that the provisions of Article 371D allow for special measures to ensure fair representation in public employment, thereby upholding the intent of the six-point formula established for Telangana's development.