DIPITIMAYEE PARIDA vs STATE OF ORISSA

The Supreme Court upheld the High Court's decision that the Selection Committee exceeded its jurisdiction by awarding additional marks to the appellant for her marital status, which she acquired after the application deadline. The Court emphasized that eligibility must be determined based on the qualifications as of the specified date, referencing the principles of fair selection processes. Consequently, the Court affirmed the High Court's ruling that the appellant's marks should not have included the additional points for marriage, leading to the dismissal of her appeal.