Delayed Justice Is 'Dented': ₹2 Lakh Fine Imposed On State Officers For Denying Caste Certificate To Lawyer In Defiance Of Settled Law By Karnataka High Court

The Karnataka High Court dealt with a case where the District Caste and Income Verification Committee of Hassan District refused to issue a caste and income certificate to the Petitioner, an Assistant Public Prosecutor, despite clear legal principles. The Petitioner was selected for the post under Category 3A but faced a delay of nearly 12 months in appointment due to the refusal of a validity certificate needed to confirm her…