State Of U.P. & Ors vs Ashok Kumar Nigam

The Supreme Court addressed the appeals concerning the renewal of the term of appointment of District Government Counsel under the Uttar Pradesh Government Counsel Rules. The Court held that the refusal to renew the appointment of Ashok Kumar Nigam was arbitrary and violated principles of natural justice, emphasizing the need for a fair procedure in public employment as mandated by Article 14 of the Constitution. The Court set aside the High Court's order and directed the State Government to reconsider the renewal application in accordance with the law.