This document is the original judgement from the Central Administrative Tribunal, Jodhpur, in the case of Shaukat Ali Son Of Somu Khan vs Union Of India. It addresses the validity of adoption under Muslim customary law, particularly in relation to employment schemes. The judgement discusses various legal precedents and the prevailing custom of adoption within Muslim communities. It is useful for legal professionals, students, and anyone researching adoption laws and their application within specific religious or customary contexts.