N.C.C.F EMPLOYEES UNION (REGD) (RECOGNIZED) vs UNION OF INDIA

The Supreme Court addressed the issue of whether the National Co-operative Consumer Federation of India Limited qualifies as 'State' under Article 12 of the Constitution, thus being subject to writ jurisdiction. The court emphasized the need for uniformity in the interpretation of the term 'State' and the applicability of the 6th and 7th Pay Commission recommendations. The petition was allowed, affirming the Federation's status as 'State' and directing the payment of arrears and benefits to the employees.