In Brief
The appellant claimed to belong to the Hindu Gosavi Scheduled Tribe, but her certificate was cancelled by a Caste Scrutiny Committee because she had obtained it based on her husband's tribal status. The law is clear: a wife cannot claim tribal status from her husband—tribal status must be based on independent roots. However, the Court found the Committee had not considered the appellant's contentions and relevant materials, including family tree documentation and certificates granted to her relatives. The Court remitted the matter for fresh consideration, directing the Committee to reconsider within two months with all additional documents and evidence, unbound by previous orders.
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