What does the term 'consequential seniority' mean?

Solution 1:

Here is a definition by example:

"Consequential Seniority -- Let us assume that A, belonging to the General Category, currently holds Level 3 of a government post and B, appointed under the Scheduled Caste quota, is junior to A in Level 3. When promotions to Level 4 are to be decided, let us assume further, that due to reservations in promotions B has to be promoted to Level 4 before A because there are no Scheduled Caste candidates at a seniority similar to that of A. The question that then arose was whether A would regain seniority over B when she is promoted to Level 4 in due course. 'Consequential Seniority' means that A will not regain her seniority and B will now be considered senior to A within Level 4."

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