DR. M. DAKSHAYANI vs THE STATE OF KARNATAKA

The Supreme Court upheld the High Court's decision to reverse the Karnataka Administrative Tribunal's order that had set aside the promotions of Respondent No.2 to Assistant Professor and Professor (Ophthalmology). The Court found that the Tribunal's conclusion regarding the illegality of the promotions was unfounded, as Respondent No.2 had the requisite teaching experience after obtaining her Post-Graduate Degree. The Court emphasized that the eligibility for promotion was satisfied, thus affirming the legality of the promotions under the relevant service rules.