Supreme Court of India · 2003-07-31
Brijrani vs State Of M.P
- Citation / case number
- AIR 2003 SUPREME COURT 3566
- Court
- Supreme Court of India
- Petitioner
- Brijrani
- Respondent
- State Of M.P
- Bench
- Doraiswamy Raju, H.K. Sema
Judgment text excerpt
The Supreme Court addressed the eligibility criteria for medical admissions under the Madhya Pradesh Graduate Medical Entrance Examination Rules, 2002, specifically focusing on the reservation policy for in-service candidates. The Court held that the reservation of 20% of seats for in-service candidates is valid and must be adhered to, emphasizing the need for a fair selection process that considers both merit and service. The judgment clarified that the rules must be implemented in a manner that does not compromise the quality of education while ensuring representation for deserving candidates.