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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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Govt. to increase reservation for Agniveers in CAPFs to 50%

Source:  TH Subject:  Government Scheme Context: The Union Home Ministry has notified an increase in reservation for ex-Agniveers in Group-C posts of Central Armed Police Forces (CAPFs) from 10% to 50%, starting with the Border Security Force (BSF). About Govt. to increase reservation for Agniveers in CAPFs to 50%: What it is? The Ministry of …

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National Commission for Backward Classes (NCBC)

Source:  TH Subject: Polity Context: The NCBC has recommended excluding 35 communities—mostly Muslim—from West Bengal’s Central OBC list, following its scrutiny of OBC inclusions made in 2014. About National Commission for Backward Classes (NCBC): What it is? A constitutional body under Article 338B, mandated to safeguard the rights and ensure the welfare of Socially and …

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Compare and contrast the ideological and strategic approaches of Gandhi and Ambedkar and their implications for modern debates on affirmative action.

Topic: Gandhi vs Ambedkar comparison Q2. Compare and contrast the ideological and strategic approaches of Gandhi and Ambedkar and their implications for modern debates on affirmative action. (15 M) Difficulty Level: Medium Reference: InsightsIAS Why the question Debates between Gandhi and Ambedkar on caste and representation shaped India’s freedom struggle and continue to influence modern …

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‘Quota-Within-Quota’ System

Syllabus: Reservation in India Source:  TH Context: Recent debates, spurred by a Supreme Court ruling, have questioned whether a ‘quota-within-quota’ system is needed to ensure that affirmative action policies are more equitable across SC subgroups. Existing Reservation Quotas: Scheduled Castes (SC): 15% reservation in education and public employment. Scheduled Tribes (ST): 7.5% reservation. Other Backward …

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