Rajasthan High Court: Migrant SC/ST/OBC Candidates Cannot Claim Reservation in Rajasthan, Special Appeal Dismissed
In an important ruling, a division bench of the Rajasthan High Court dismissed a special appeal in which a candidate who had moved from another state sought SC/ST reservation benefits in Rajasthan. The case is Baria Sharmishtha Ben v State of Rajasthan (2026:RJ-JD:55282-DB), heard by Justice Vinit Kumar Mathur and Justice Chandra Shekhar Sharma.
Key Points of the Ruling
- The bench dismissed the appeal, relying on earlier Supreme Court judgments.
- The court held that a person notified as SC/ST in one state cannot automatically claim reservation on that basis after migrating to another state.
- The ruling rests on Articles 341 and 342 of the Constitution, under which castes and tribes are notified state by state.
Precedents Relied Upon
| Case | Principle |
|---|---|
| Marri Chandra Shekhar Rao (1990) | A migrant candidate does not carry the reserved-category benefit of the home state elsewhere |
| Action Committee case (1994) | Reservation benefit is determined by the notification of the concerned state |
| Ranjana Kumari v State of Uttarakhand | Earlier position on reservation for migrants was reiterated |
What It Means for Candidates
- SC/ST/OBC candidates from other states may be treated as General category in Rajasthan recruitment unless their caste is notified in Rajasthan’s list.
- Before applying, check the reservation conditions in the advertisement and the validity of your caste certificate.
- For detailed legal advice, consult a lawyer.
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)
Which case is this ruling from?
Baria Sharmishtha Ben v State of Rajasthan, before a division bench of the Rajasthan High Court.
Who were the judges?
Justice Vinit Kumar Mathur and Justice Chandra Shekhar Sharma.
What happened to the appeal?
The special appeal was dismissed.
What is the basis of the ruling?
Articles 341/342 and earlier Supreme Court judgments.
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