Jiji K.S vs Shibu. K

The Supreme Court examined the validity of Rule 6A of the Kerala Technical Education Service (Amendment) Rules, 2004, which provided exemptions from qualification criteria for certain candidates appointed before a specified date. The court analyzed whether such exemptions violated principles of equality and merit, considering the historical context of appointments. The judgment focused on the legal implications of age and qualification relaxations in public employment, ultimately upholding the rule's validity.