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(4) A Lisp is a type of speech impediment where sound like S and Z are pronounced imperfectly creating a soft, slushy sound. Basic requirement of our force is candidate should communicate effectively, for command and safety of our troops. But due to subtle lisp above individual cannot command satisfactorily and effectively. Hence the said candidate was declared UNFIT in RME."

5. The learned Advocate for the Petitioner has drawn our attention to the 'Guidelines For Recruitment Medical Examination in Central Armed Police Forces and Assam Rifles', which are the revised guidelines as on May, 2015. He specifically draws our attention to Clause 5(d) on internal Page No.6, which mentions "Speech should be without impediment i.e. no stammering" . He then points out Clause 6(4) and 6(9). Clause 6(4) mentions SUNNY THOTE 4 of 6 906-WP-1251-2026-(C).odt "Generally impaired constitution, so as to impede efficient discharge of training/duties. Clause 6(9) mentions "Stammering, as specified later". Clause 7(f) deals with the 'Minor Acceptable Defects', mentions "Slight stammering- If stammering appears after 4-5 sentences".

6. There is no dispute that the Petitioner does not suffer from stammering. He suffers from a subtle lisp. Subtle lisp is a slight mispronunciation of 'S' and 'Z' sounds, often involving a minor tongue placement issue, where the tongue pokes forward or sideways, creating a soft "TH" or a faint slushy sound instead of a clear, crisp "S". It is a minor articulation disorder often called as a frontal or interdental lisp and can be addressed with focused tongue exercises, minor practice and sometimes professional speech therapy for clearer speech. Google indicates that some families accept it as a unique way of talking.