Govt to Decide if Physiotherapy Degree is on Par with MBBS: Allahabad HC

Quick Summary:

• Allahabad High Court Decision: The court ruled that it cannot determine whether a physiotherapy degree is equivalent to an MBBS degree under its extraordinary jurisdiction. this determination falls under the purview of the State government or Medical Council of India.
• Case Details: Sandhya Yadav filed a writ petition after being denied participation in an interview for the role of Food safety Officer by UPPSC (Uttar Pradesh Public Service Commission).
• UPPSC’s Position: UPPSC argued that a physiotherapy degree does not qualify as a bachelor’s degree in medicine or medical science, which was prescribed as mandatory for the position.
• Outcome: Justice Ajit kumar dismissed the petition and clarified that equivalency decisions are outside article 226’s writ jurisdiction.

Indian Opinion Analysis:

This ruling by the Allahabad high Court reaffirms judiciary limits under Article 226-a critical principle ensuring courts do not overstep their constitutional boundaries into policymaking.By deferring qualification equivalency to competent authorities such as State governments or medical councils, this decision underscores institutional roles in safeguarding professional standards.For aspiring candidates like Sandhya Yadav, it highlights potential gaps between educational institutes’ claims about degrees and official recognition standards for career advancement.

The implications are clear: regulatory bodies must establish unambiguous guidelines concerning academic equivalencies to prevent eligibility disputes in hiring procedures. Without clarity, similar cases could arise, affecting candidates and possibly delaying recruitment processes crucial to public welfare systems like food safety.

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