CHATTAR SINGH vs STATE OF RAJASTHAN

The Supreme Court addressed the validity of the Rajasthan State and Subordinate Services (Direct Recruitment by Combined Competitive Examinations) Rules, 1962, particularly Rule 13, which governs the examination process for recruitment. The Court held that the provisions allowing for a relaxation of cut-off marks for Scheduled Castes and Scheduled Tribes candidates were constitutionally valid and did not violate Article 16 of the Constitution, which ensures equality of opportunity in matters of public employment. The appeal was dismissed, affirming the High Court's decision.