Dr. Kavita Kamboj vs High Court Of Punjab And Haryana

The Supreme Court addressed the recruitment process for Additional District and Sessions Judges under the Haryana Superior Judicial Service Rules, 2007, specifically examining Articles 233, 234, and 235 of the Constitution of India. The Court held that the rules governing promotions and direct recruitment must be adhered to, emphasizing the importance of merit-cum-seniority in promotions as stipulated in Rule 62. The Court granted permission for the Special Leave Petitions, thereby allowing the appeals to proceed.