Union Of India & Anr vs B. Kishore

The Supreme Court held that the criterion of indigence is a fundamental requirement for compassionate appointments under the relevant scheme. The Court found that the Madras High Court erred in its interpretation by stating that compassionate appointments could be granted even if an earning member exists in the family, emphasizing that the scheme is intended to assist families in immediate financial distress following the death of an employee. The Court overturned the High Court's decision, ruling that the respondent was not entitled to a compassionate appointment as he did not meet the necessary criteria of indigence.