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“Replacing the creamy-layer principle with OBC sub-categorisation presents a false choice because the two correct different distortions within reservation. “Critically examine.

Topic: mechanisms, laws, institutions and Bodies constituted for the protection and betterment of these vulnerable sections Q3. “Replacing the creamy-layer principle with OBC sub-categorisation presents a false choice because the two correct different distortions within reservation. “Critically examine. (15 M) Difficulty Level: Medium Reference: TH Why the question The renewed debate over whether creamy-layer exclusion …

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How does sub-classification differ from creamy-layer exclusion in reservation policy? Explain their distinct implications for beneficiaries of affirmative action.

Topic: mechanisms, laws, institutions and Bodies constituted for the protection and betterment of these vulnerable sections. Q4. How does sub-classification differ from creamy-layer exclusion in reservation policy? Explain their distinct implications for beneficiaries of affirmative action. (10 M) Difficulty Level: Medium Reference: TH Why the question The debate over sub-classification and creamy-layer exclusion has gained …

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“Sub-classification is a more nuanced instrument than creamy layer exclusion in addressing intra-group inequalities.” Comment.

Topic: Indian Constitution- historical underpinnings, evolution, features, amendments, significant provisions and basic structure Q3. “Sub-classification is a more nuanced instrument than creamy layer exclusion in addressing intra-group inequalities.” Comment. (15 M) Difficulty Level: Medium Reference: TH Why the question Ongoing judicial and policy debates on sub-classification and creamy layer have brought intra-group inequalities within reservation …

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“The 50% ceiling on caste-based reservations is a judicially evolved principle rather than a constitutional mandate”. Critically examine its contemporary relevance. What would be the implications of breaching this cap, and what reforms are needed to strike a balance between equality and social justice?

Topic: Indian Constitution- historical underpinnings, evolution, features, amendments, significant provisions and basic structure Q3. “The 50% ceiling on caste-based reservations is a judicially evolved principle rather than a constitutional mandate”. Critically examine its contemporary relevance. What would be the implications of breaching this cap, and what reforms are needed to strike a balance between equality …

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Supreme Court Ruling on Sub-Classification of SCs and STs

Syllabus: Social Justice, Governance Source: Indian Express Context: On August 1, 2024, the Supreme Court of India ruled in the case of State of Punjab and Ors Vs Davinder Singh and Ors that states can sub-classify Scheduled Castes (SCs) and Scheduled Tribes (STs) to grant additional quotas for the more disadvantaged within these categories.   …

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Trace the evolution of the concept of ‘creamy layer’ with respect to identifying a Backward Class for reservation. Do you think the concept should be applied to reservation among Scheduled Castes/Scheduled Tribes communities? Critically Analyse.

Topic: Indian Constitution—historical underpinnings, evolution, features, amendments, significant provisions and basic structure. 3. Trace the evolution of the concept of ‘creamy layer’ with respect to identifying a Backward Class for reservation. Do you think the concept should be applied to reservation among Scheduled Castes/Scheduled Tribes communities? Critically Analyse. (250 words) Difficulty level: Moderate Reference: The …

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SC sets aside Haryana order creating a sub-category of creamy layer

GS Paper 2 Topics Covered: Government policies and interventions for development in various sectors and issues arising out of their design and implementation.   Context: Supreme Court has quashed Haryana government’s notification. It said economic criterion can’t be sole basis to decide ‘creamy layer’.   What is Reservation? In simple terms, it is all about reserving …

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