Why did the Supreme Court dismiss Haryana's plea against the quashing of the extra marks policy, calling it a 'populist measure'

SC dismisses Haryana's plea on extra marks policy, stating it as a 'populist measure'.
  • The Supreme Court dismissed Haryana's plea against the quashing of the extra marks policy, considering it a 'populist measure' due to its potential impact on merit-based admissions.
  • Extra marks policy could compromise the integrity of the admission process by artificially inflating scores and giving undue advantage to certain candidates.
  • The court emphasized the importance of maintaining a fair and transparent system that prioritizes merit over arbitrary adjustments in marks.
  • By terming the policy as populist, the court indicated that it may have been implemented for political gain or public approval rather than genuine educational reform.
  • Ultimately, the decision aimed to uphold the principles of fairness and equality in the education system.
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