MUNISH KUMAR vs THE STATE OF HIMACHAL PRADESH

The Supreme Court ruled in favor of the appellant seeking compassionate appointment after the death of his father, a government employee. The court found that the rejection of the application based on age limits was inappropriate since the retirement application was approved posthumously and had no valid basis. The court held that the case fell under the relevant policy clause for employees who die in service, thereby allowing the appellant's claim for compassionate appointment.