Ramesh Chandra Shah & Ors vs Anil Joshi & Ors

The Supreme Court upheld the High Court's decision regarding the recruitment process for Physiotherapists, emphasizing that the selection must adhere to the Uttar Pradesh Medical Health and Family Welfare Department Physiotherapist and Occupational Therapist Service Rules, 1998, rather than the General Rules. The Court ruled that the private respondents had the locus to challenge the selection process despite their participation, as the recruitment was found to be vitiated by patent illegality. The Court directed the Board to re-advertise the posts and complete the selection process within two months, ensuring compliance with the specified marking criteria.