CENTRE FOR ENVIRONMENT AND FOOD SECURITY vs UNION OF INDIA AND ORS.

The Supreme Court, referencing Article 21 of the Constitution, held that the right to employment is not currently a fundamental right, as established in Secretary, State of Karnataka v. Uma Devi [(2006) 4 SCC 1]. The Court emphasized that recognizing such a right could undermine the opportunities for other aspirants and that appointments must follow proper selection processes as per relevant legislation. The petition by the Centre for Environment and Food Security sought directions for the effective implementation of schemes under the Act, highlighting issues of fund mismanagement and corruption, which the Court acknowledged as significant concerns requiring attention.