Palure Bhaskar Rao Etc.Etc vs P.Ramaseshaiah & Ors. Etc

The Supreme Court interpreted the Andhra Pradesh Police Subordinate Service Rules, specifically addressing the appointment and seniority of Sub-Inspectors of Police (Civil) under Rule 15. The Court held that a Reserve Sub-Inspector appointed as Sub-Inspector (Civil) against the 5% quota retains seniority from the date of original appointment as Reserve Sub-Inspector, as per the provisions of Rule 15(a) and (c). The judgment clarifies the distinction between appointment by transfer and promotion, emphasizing the importance of statutory rules in determining seniority.