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Unfair appraisal? 5 tests courts use to detect bias against employees

Suspect unfair appraisal in the private sector? Indian courts examine five key tests to detect bias. They first establish a comparable employee, then identify the grounds for discrimination, often focusing on protected characteristics. Employers must provide documented justifications for pay differences. Crucially, documentary evidence is vital. If proven, remedies can include back pay and compensation, though courts generally defer to management discretion in non-protected cases.

1 Jul 2026 6:57 am