Delve into the intricate legal analysis conducted by the Court regarding the selection process for ‘A’ Grade Staff Nurse recruitment. The case revolves around the rejection of a candidate’s candidature due to missing documents certifying their community status before the cut-off date. Drawing parallels to a similar precedent, the Court’s ruling sheds light on the complexities involved in such decisions. Despite the lack of substantial relief for the appellant at present, the Court’s insights provide valuable perspectives on the nuances of selection procedures in public institutions.
Facts
- The appellant challenged the judgment and order dated 07.01.2013 passed by the High Court of Delhi in Writ Petition (C) No.55 of 2013.
- The case pertains to the process of selection for the posts of ‘A’ Grade Staff Nurse at the Municipal Corporation of Delhi, as per the advertisement dated 30.08.2007.
- The specific issue at hand is the selection process for the said posts.
- The appellant’s candidature was rejected by the Authorities on the ground of missing documents certifying his belonging to a specific community before the cut-off date.
- The appellant claimed to belong to the Other Backward Class and his challenge to the rejection was unsuccessful.
- The High Court rejected the writ petition without further consideration.
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Analysis
- Identical fact situation as in Ram Kumar Gijroya v. Delhi Subordinate Services Selection Board & Another, (2016) 4 SCC 754.
- Court ruled in favor of the concerned candidate in the mentioned case.
- Cancellation of the appellant’s candidature resulted in him not being appointed to the post in question
- At this point, it is not possible to provide substantial relief to the appellant
- The appeal is disposed of with no order as to costs
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Case Title: KARN SINGH YADAV Vs. GOVT. OF NCT OF DELHI (2022 INSC 1031)
Case Number: C.A. No.-007001-007001 / 2022
