OBC creamy layer row: SC protects past jobs, promotions; leaves pending cases open
The Indian Supreme Court has ruled that its previous decision on OBC creamy layer status will not apply retrospectively to completed appointments and promotions. Pending cases will be evaluated individually, and the deadline for compliance has been extended by eight weeks.
Why it matters
This ruling provides legal certainty for government employees and institutions, preventing the disruption of existing service records and admissions.
NEW DELHI: The Supreme Court on Friday clarified that its March 11 ruling on determining the creamy layer status of Other Backward Class (OBC) candidates would not reopen completed appointments, promotions or seniority positions.The top court said cases that are still pending would be examined individually by the courts, based on their merits and the candidates' eligibility.A bench of Justice Pamidighantam Sri Narasimha and Justice R Mahadevan delivered the ruling while hearing an application filed by the Centre seeking clarity on how the March 11 judgment should be implemented.
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