Supreme Court Grants Relief To Disabled Candidates For AIBE; Express Surprise At NLU Consortium Having No Policy For CLAT

The Supreme Court granted relief to disabled candidates applying for the All India Bar Examination (AIBE) by directing the examination authority to ensure that their needs were met. The Court also expressed surprise that the National Law Universities (NLU) Consortium had no clear policy to accommodate disabled candidates for the Common Law Admission Test (CLAT). The decision reinforces the need for inclusive policies for students with disabilities, ensuring equal opportunities in legal education and examinations. It reflects the Court’s concern for accessibility in competitive exams and the need for clear guidelines to facilitate participation by disabled candidates.