Sasidhar Reddy Sura vs State Of A.P. & Ors

The Supreme Court held that the age requirement of 35 years for appointment as District and Sessions Judge is not mandated by the Andhra Pradesh State Judicial Service Rules, 2007, and thus the High Court erred in denying the appellant's appointment based solely on age. The Court emphasized that recommendations from the Justice Shetty Commission are not binding unless incorporated into the recruitment rules. The appeal was allowed, overturning the High Court's decision and affirming the appellant's eligibility for the post.