How Can There Be Two Criteria Based on Gender?: Supreme Court Slams ‘Arbitrariness’ in Women Army Officers Appointments

The Supreme Court sharply questioned the Army over arbitrary criteria, asking, “How can there be two criteria based on gender?” The bench criticized the unfair evaluation of women SSC officers compared to their male counterparts for permanent commission.

Women Army Officers vs Discrimination: Supreme Court Begins Hearing on Denial of Permanent Commission

Today, On 6th August, The Supreme Court started hearing petitions by women Army officers from the Short Service Commission, alleging discrimination in denial of permanent commission. Similar petitions from the Navy and Air Force will be heard next.