NCSC seeks Punjab response on Lecturer recruitment reservation complaint

The National Commission for Scheduled Castes (NCSC) ordered an inquiry into alleged denial of reservation in recruitment for 1,013 Lecturer posts in the Punjab Education Department. Acting under Article 338 of the Constitution of India, it directed the Chief Secretary to submit facts, action taken and related records within seven days of receiving the notice.

Key facts

• NCSC has ordered inquiry into alleged non-implementation of reservation policy in recruitment of Lecturers in Punjab Education Department
• 1,013 Lecturer posts notified by Punjab Education Department were affected by denial of SC reservation benefits
• Notice issued to Chief Secretary of Punjab Government directing submission of facts, action taken, and all related records within seven days of receipt
• NCSC exercising powers conferred under Article 338 of the Constitution of India

Sources

• NCSC Seeks Time Bound Response Over Complaint Regarding Denial Of Reservation Benefits To SC Candidates In The Recruitment Process For Lecturer Posts