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equitable relief in exams

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Administrative Delay Cannot Bar Exam Eligibility | Bombay HC Waives Age Limit for Public Prosecutor Recruitment Due to State's Lapse : Bombay HC
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|Bombay High Court

Administrative Delay Cannot Bar Exam Eligibility | Bombay HC Waives Age Limit for Public Prosecutor Recruitment Due to State's Lapse : Bombay HC

Bombay High Court rules that candidates cannot be penalized for exceeding the age limit in public recruitment due to the state's administrative delay. The court directed Maharashtra to accept applications for Additional Public Prosecutor posts, emphasizing equitable relief under natural justice principles. This sets a precedent for similar cases involving government recruitment delays.