Nesar Ahmad & Anr vs State Of Jharkhand & Ors

The Supreme Court ruled that the State of Jharkhand is obligated to appoint trained teachers as Assistant Teachers in accordance with the provisions of the relevant rules and previous court directives, particularly referencing the case of Ram Vinay Kumar & Ors. v. State of Bihar (1998) 9 SCC 227. The Court emphasized the fundamental right to primary education under Article 21, holding that the State must prioritize the appointment of qualified trained teachers to fill existing vacancies. The petitions were allowed, directing the State to ensure appointments based on seniority among trained teachers.