ASSOCIATION OF MEDICAL SUPER SPECIALITY ASPIRANTS AND RESIDENTS vs UNION OF INDIA

The Supreme Court addressed the legality of compulsory bond conditions imposed by various State Governments for admission to post-graduate medical courses, specifically under the Notifications dated 31.07.2013 and 10.06.2014. The Court held that the imposition of such bonds, requiring service in the State for a specified period or payment of penalties for non-compliance, is valid and not arbitrary, thereby upholding the Division Bench's decision of the Calcutta High Court. The Court emphasized the necessity of such bonds to ensure the availability of medical professionals in the State, aligning with public interest.