RIMA TAIPODIA vs ARUNACHAL PRADESH PUBLIC SERVICE COMMISSION

The Supreme Court addressed the issue of disability assessment under the Persons with Disabilities (Equal Opportunities, Protection of Rights and Full Participation) Rules, 1996, specifically referencing Rules 4 and 5. The Court held that the appellant, who had not been examined by the State Medical Board, must undergo such an examination to verify his disability status for a Group-B post. The assessment revealed the appellant had only 33.9% disability, which is below the required 40%, leading to the dismissal of his claim for appointment.