The University of Rajasthan invited applications for the post of Professor in the Department of Botany. The Selection Committee, constituted under the Rajasthan University Teachers and Officers (Selection for Appointment) ... Act, 1974, recommended Dr. G.S. Nathawat for the post, and his name was included in the selection list. Dr. Uma Kant's name was included in the reserve list. After Dr. Nathawat retired, Dr. Uma Kant, who was on the reserve list, was appointed as Professor. This appointment was challenged by non-selected candidates.