Salauddin Ahmed & Anr vs Samta Andolan

The Supreme Court upheld the Rajasthan High Court's finding of contempt against the alleged contemnors for violating a prior order regarding reservation for Scheduled Castes and Scheduled Tribes in promotions. The Court reiterated the legal position established in Indira Sawhney v. Union of India, which was later modified by the Constitution (Seventy Seventh Amendment) Act, inserting Article 16(4-A) to allow such reservations. The Court emphasized the importance of adhering to constitutional provisions and prior judgments, affirming the need for compliance with the 'catch-up' principle established in Ajit Singh Januja v. State of Punjab.