Union Of India & Ors vs Pritilata Nanda

The Supreme Court ruled that the denial of appointment to Miss Pritilata Nanda, a physically handicapped individual, on the sole ground of not having her name sponsored by an employment exchange is unjust. The Court emphasized that the Constitution mandates the State to provide opportunities for employment to physically challenged persons under Article 41. The Court held that the selection by the competent authority should not be undermined by procedural technicalities, thereby allowing her appointment to proceed.