Arup Das & Ors vs State Of Assam & Ors

The Supreme Court held that appointments in government service cannot exceed the number of vacancies advertised, as per Articles 14 and 16 of the Constitution. The Court affirmed the lower court's ruling that filling vacancies beyond the advertised number would violate the principles of equality and fair opportunity. The decision to limit candidates for the viva voce test was upheld, and the Special Leave Petitions were dismissed, reinforcing the need for a fresh advertisement for any additional appointments.