Abstract
In India, decades after independence, the question of reservation in promotions holds the rank of a contentious subject. Reservations are meant to remedy historical injustices and promote diversity, but to win over backward classes, different parties have politicized reservations frequently. This article undertakes a thorough examination of several Supreme Court rulings concerning reservation in promotions. The article seeks to spell out the nuances and consequences of reservation rules on the subject of job promotions by critically analyzing these rulings.
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