Indian Supreme Court reviews judgment on sub-classifying Scheduled Castes for reservations.

The Indian Supreme Court will review a judgment allowing states to sub-classify Scheduled Castes (SCs) for reservations. The August 1 ruling stated that such classifications must be based on measurable data regarding social and educational backwardness, rather than arbitrary decisions. This review follows concerns from states like Punjab, which have enacted laws to offer increased benefits to particular castes within the SCs.

September 24, 2024
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