10-mark question · Part C · Administrative Law

Mr. X was a candidate for promotion and he was also a member in selection board. He did not sit on the board when his name was considered. But he was present in the board when other applications were considered. Finally, Mr. X was selected for promotion. An unsuccessful candidate files a writ petition challenging the selection. Can he succeed? Decide with reasons.

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• Administrative Law · January/February 2014 (5-YDC) Mapped paper Download

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