State Of Punjab & Ors vs Anita And Ors

The Supreme Court held that the selection process for JBT/ETT teachers at Doaba Arya Senior Secondary School violated statutory rules governing appointments in privately managed recognized schools, as per the order of the District Education Officer dated 04.04.2005. The Court emphasized that the qualifications for the advertised posts were not examined in prior litigation, thus the High Court's reliance on earlier judgments was misplaced. The Court ultimately set aside the High Court's order allowing the private respondents' appointment, reinforcing the need for adherence to statutory regulations in educational appointments.