K. MANORAMA vs UNION OF INDIA .

The Supreme Court addressed the issue of reservation in promotions under the Railway Board's decision dated 29.7.1993, specifically regarding the applicability of the 40-point roster in small cadres. The Court held that a Scheduled Caste candidate promoted to a non-reserved post should not be counted against the Scheduled Caste quota, establishing that seniority and suitability must be prioritized in promotions. The appeal was dismissed, upholding the Madras High Court's decision that set aside the Central Administrative Tribunal's order favoring the appellant.