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Supreme Court bats for women officers in Army
Why is it in news?
- The Supreme Court held that the Army’s “selective” evaluation process discriminates against women.
Details:
- The Court said the selective process disproportionately affects women short service commission officers seeking permanent commission.
- The evaluation pattern of women officers has caused them economic and psychological harm, the court said.
- In a series of directions, the court ordered that the cases of women officers who have applied for permanent commission should be reconsidered.
- They would be considered for permanent commission subject to disciplinary and vigilance clearance.
Source: The Hindu.