Today, On 18th September, Supreme Court decided it will hear the plea on transgender reservation in PG medical seats next week. The Chief Justice said, “With 2 months of counselling left, no urgency in listing the matter,” indicating a careful review ahead.
Today, On 16th September, Senior Advocate Indira Jaising urged the Supreme Court for transgender reservation in PG medical seats under the NALSA judgment, requesting vacant AIQ and state quota seats. CJI emphasized, “Court’s judgment mandates reservation. At least 15% quota must be provided.” The matter is listed for hearing the day after tomorrow.
NEW DELHI: The Supreme Court of India ruled on Wednesday(29th Jan) that reserving seats in postgraduate (PG) medical courses based on domicile or residence within a state is against the right to equality under Article 14 of the Constitution. The Court emphasized that admissions must be strictly based on merit.
