Employees having more than 2 children won’t get promotion in Rajasthan, Understand Court Order and Controversy
The Rajasthan High Court recently issued an interim order regarding a policy that affects the promotion of government employees with more than two children. This policy has a significant impact on employees’ career progression, and here’s what you need to know:
Background
Previously, the Rajasthan government had a policy that restricted the promotion of government employees based on the number of children they had. Specifically, employees with more than two children faced limitations on their promotions. However, in 2023, just before the assembly elections, the government decided to roll back this policy. They took steps to remove the restrictions that were affecting promotions based on family size.
Latest Developments
In a recent ruling, the Rajasthan High Court, with Justice Pankaj Bhandari and Justice Vinod Kumar Bharwani on the bench, has issued an interim stay on the new policy. This means that, for now, the promotion of employees with more than two children will continue to be restricted. The court’s decision is a temporary measure, and it means the old rules are still in effect until a final ruling is made.
Supreme Court’s Stance
Earlier this year, in February 2024, the Supreme Court addressed a petition challenging the ‘two-child policy.’ The Court ruled that the policy, which restricts government jobs for parents with more than two children, is not discriminatory. Instead, the policy was implemented to encourage family planning in India. The Supreme Court also noted that the rules make it clear that the father of more than two children is not eligible for such government jobs.
This ruling comes in the context of India being the most populous country in the world, having surpassed China. The policy is part of broader efforts to manage the country’s population growth.
Maharashtra’s Similar Policy
It’s worth noting that Maharashtra has a similar policy for state government employees. According to this policy, if an employee with more than two children passes away, none of their family members will be eligible for compassionate appointments. Compassionate appointments are job opportunities given to the family of a deceased employee who has not completed their tenure, allowing them to start anew in a government job.
Conclusion
The interim stay by the Rajasthan High Court means that employees with more than two children will still face restrictions on promotions, despite recent attempts to relax these rules. As the situation evolves, it’s essential for government employees and those interested in such policies to stay informed about future developments and rulings.
