U.P. STATE ELELCTRICITY BOARD vs CHANDRA PRAKASH

The Supreme Court addressed the eligibility criteria for admission to postgraduate medical courses under the Madhya Pradesh Medical Entrance Examination Rules, 2002. The Court held that the reservation policy, which includes 21% for candidates belonging to certain categories, must be adhered to in a manner that does not violate the principles of equality and merit as enshrined in Article 14 of the Constitution. The Court emphasized that the selection process must be transparent and fair, ensuring that all eligible candidates have an equal opportunity.