Sonia vs Oriental Insurance Co. Ltd. & Ors

The Supreme Court held that the appellant, a Scheduled Caste candidate, was entitled to consideration for promotion to the post of Assistant Administrative Officer against a vacancy reserved for Scheduled Tribes, as per the promotional policy allowing exchange of vacancies. The Court found that the High Court erred in dismissing the writ petition on the grounds that no legal right was infringed, emphasizing that the appellant's successful candidacy warranted consideration for the interview. The judgment reversed the High Court's decision and directed the respondents to consider the appellant for promotion accordingly.