In a recent development, the Gujarat High Court has issued a directive to the state government to fill seven deputy positions that were left vacant for six years following a controversy over the rectification of an answer key by the Gujarat Public Service Commission (GPSC). The court’s decision comes after a prolonged legal battle initiated by the candidates whose appointments were initially revoked due to the revised answer key. Stressing the importance of upholding legal precedents, the court has instructed the government to ensure the immediate appointment of the seven candidates while safeguarding the positions of those who were selected based on the re-evaluated answer key. This landmark ruling brings an end to the prolonged uncertainty faced by the affected candidates and underscores the significance of transparency and fairness in recruitment processes. It also serves as a reminder to government bodies to exercise caution and diligence in conducting examinations and rectifying any errors to prevent unnecessary legal disputes. The timely implementation of the court’s directive is expected to bring relief to the aggrieved candidates and restore confidence in the selection procedures undertaken by the GPSC.