ISSUE:
Whether reserving seats in favor of backward classes for the purpose of occupying seats and chairperson positions in panchayats and municipalities constitutionally valid?
RULE:
Actions by the Union of India must adhere to principles of the Constitution, particularly fundamental rights.
Constitutional rights of individuals must be respected and protected by government actions.
Governmental authorities are bound by the provisions of the Constitution and cannot infringe upon fundamental rights arbitrarily.