The SC/ST Reservation case in the Supreme Court has been a significant matter in India, affecting millions, here are some things to know.
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The SC/ST Reservation policy in India was implemented to address the historical injustices and social discrimination faced by Scheduled Caste.
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Over the years, various aspects of the SC/ST Reservation policy have been challenged in the Supreme Court.
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The most notable include the Indra Sawhney case (1992), which upheld the 50% cap on reservations and the M. Nagaraj case (2006)
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The court ruled that the government need not collect quantifiable data on backwardness for SC/STs to provide promotions.
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The SC/ST Supreme Court cases have also touched upon the inclusion of economic criteria in reservations.
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They have shaped affirmative action policies, influencing the socio-economic mobility of millions belonging to SC/ST communities.
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Ongoing and future cases in the Supreme Court regarding SC/ST Reservations continue to shape the landscape of affirmative action in India.