Supreme Court Upholds Aspirants’ Rights: Orders UPSC to Secure Admit Cards and Ensure Fairness in Civil Services Mains Exam 2023
Last Updated on September 13, 2023 by News Desk
In a recent development, the Supreme Court has intervened in a critical matter related to the Union Public Service Commission (UPSC) and the UPSC Civil Services Mains Examination 2023. The Court has issued a directive that has significant implications for aspirants whose candidature was in jeopardy due to issues with their application submissions.
The petitioners in this case faced substantial challenges in rectifying errors within their applications, particularly related to document uploads. Initially, the UPSC had refused to provide admit cards to these candidates, placing their participation in the examination at risk.
However, the Supreme Court has stepped in to provide relief. The Court’s directive compels the UPSC to release admit cards for these candidates, ensuring their eligibility for the upcoming Mains Examination. Importantly, the Court has gone a step further by instructing the UPSC to grant these individuals a final opportunity to correct their application errors and upload any necessary documents. This move underscores the Court’s commitment to fairness and transparency in the UPSC examination process, preventing candidates from being unduly penalized for technical errors in their applications.
In summary, the Supreme Court’s intervention in this case is a crucial development. It mandates the UPSC to issue admit cards to candidates whose candidature was at risk due to application errors, enabling them to participate in the UPSC Civil Services Mains Examination 2023. This decision not only provides relief to the affected candidates but also upholds the principles of fairness and transparency in the examination system.
Written by – Athi Venkatesh
