LILA DHAR vs STATE OF RAJASTHAN & ORS.

The Supreme Court upheld the Rajasthan Judicial Service Rules, affirming that the allocation of 25% of total marks for the viva voce examination does not violate Articles 14 and 16 of the Constitution. The Court emphasized that while written exams assess knowledge, interviews are essential for evaluating personal qualities and overall suitability for public service roles. The petitioner's claim of arbitrariness in the selection process was dismissed, reinforcing the legitimacy of combining written and oral assessments in recruitment.