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Issues:
1. Validity of the Government's order granting a stage carriage permit. 2. Interpretation of the powers of the Government under Section 64-A of the Motor Vehicles Act. 3. Judicial review of the Government's decision under Article 226 of the Constitution. 4. Consideration of public interest in granting permits. 5. Consistency in the application of selection principles by transport authorities. 6. Assessment of reasons provided by the Government in issuing permits. 7. Rights of permit holders in case of judicial intervention. Analysis: 1. The case involved an appeal against the Government's order granting a stage carriage permit to a particular individual, which was challenged by other applicants. The Central Road Traffic Board (C.R.T.B.) initially directed the permit to be given to a different applicant, but the Government later reversed this decision. Subsequent legal proceedings led to conflicting judgments on the validity of the Government's orders. 2. The primary issue revolved around the interpretation of the Government's powers under Section 64-A of the Motor Vehicles Act, which allows the Government to review and pass orders on permits issued by subordinate authorities. The court analyzed whether the Government had exercised its powers judiciously and within the scope of the law. 3. The judicial review under Article 226 of the Constitution focused on assessing the legality, regularity, and propriety of the Government's decision-making process. The court examined whether the Government had considered relevant factors and followed a fair procedure in reaching its conclusions regarding the permit allocation. 4. The judgment emphasized the importance of considering public interest in granting permits for stage carriages. It highlighted the need to balance the interests of existing operators with those of new entrants, ensuring efficient and fair allocation of permits to serve the public effectively. 5. The court noted inconsistencies in the application of selection principles by transport authorities and emphasized the need for uniformity in decision-making processes. It cautioned against applying conflicting principles without proper justification, stressing the importance of transparency and consistency in permit allocation. 6. The analysis delved into the adequacy and relevance of the reasons provided by the Government for its decisions on permit allocation. The court considered whether the Government's justifications were appropriate and aligned with the objectives of the Motor Vehicles Act and public interest considerations. 7. Lastly, the judgment addressed the rights of permit holders in cases of judicial intervention. It clarified that benefits obtained through legal proceedings, such as stays on orders, may not necessarily entitle a permit holder to continue enjoying those benefits if the Government's decision is found to be valid and in the public interest. In conclusion, the court allowed the appeal, set aside the previous order, and dismissed the writ petition, emphasizing the need for clarity and consistency in permit allocation decisions while upholding the principles of public interest and fair competition in the transport sector.
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