Bihar Staff Selection Commission vs Himal Kumari

The Supreme Court upheld the validity of the Bihar City Manager Cadre (Appointment and Service Conditions) Rules, 2014, framed under Article 309 of the Constitution of India, concerning the selection process for City Managers. The Court clarified that the recruitment process, including the merit list preparation based on written examination and experience, was in accordance with the prescribed rules. The appeals challenging the Patna High Court's dismissal of the petitions were dismissed, affirming the High Court's decision.