ORDER

1. Delay condoned.

2. Leave granted.

3. This appeal arises from the order of the M.P. Administrative Tribunal, Jabalpur in OA No. 2484 of 1989 dated 12-10-1993 directing the appellant to proceed with the selection of the candidates without taking into account the amendment made to the rules, introducing the B.Sc. as a qualification for consideration of the applications of candidates. The facts lie in a short compass.

4. For recruitment to the posts of Inspectors, Department of Weights and Measures in the State of M.P., an advertisement was issued on 27-7-1987 calling for applications from eligible candidates. The qualification prescribed for eligibility was degree in Arts or Commerce or Science or Engineering or Diploma in Engineering. It would appear that written examinations were held and results were declared on 26-8-1989. Thereafter, the Board issued interview cards to the successful candidates. In the meanwhile, the Government amended the rules by M.P. Standard of Weights and Measurement (Enforcement) Rules, 1989 in consultation with Government of India and Public Service Commission and altered the eligibility qualification for appointment to those posts by presenting degree